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Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey: As the inaugural edition of Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) kicked off in Chhattisgarh, the Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey hailed it as an “excellent platform” for inspiring athletes from the tribal community.​

The first-ever Khelo India Tribal Games, being held from March 25-April 6, commenced in 3 cities of Chhattisgarh – Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja on Wednesday. The Games will be held in seven medal sports – athletics, football, hockey, weightlifting, archery, swimming, and wrestling- and two demonstration sports – mallakhamb and kabaddi.​

Sharing his views on the notable event, the Hockey India President and former Olympian Dilip Tirkey told IANS, "The Khelo India Tribal Games are being organised in Chhattisgarh for the first time. Tribal athletes possess immense talent, and now they have a magnificent platform to showcase their abilities. The SAI (Sports Authority of India) selection committee is visiting the venue to identify and select the most outstanding athletes.”​