Raipur, March 22 -- The Sports and Youth Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, has announced the state as the host of the Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG), a landmark addition to India's sporting calendar under the Government of India's flagship Khelo India mission.

Commencing on March 25, the Games will be hosted across three culturally significant cities: Raipur, Jagdalpur, and Surguja, each reflecting the diversity and depth of Chhattisgarh's tribal heartland, according to a release. The KITG 2026 from March 25 to April 3 will host 2300 plus athletes and 3700 participants in Chhattisgarh.

With over 32% of its population belonging to tribal communities and a living legacy of indigenous cultures, traditions, and athletic excel...