Karnataka emerged as the overall champions of the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games held in Raipur, securing a total of 23 gold medals, along with eight silver and seven bronze. The state dominated the swimming events, winning 15 gold medals. Odisha finished in second place with 21 gold medals, while Jharkhand took third with 16 gold medals. Notably, Karnataka's Manikanta L was the most successful athlete, achieving eight gold medals and one silver. The Games saw participation from nearly 3,800 athletes across 30 states and union territories, competing in nine disciplines. Traditional sports such as mallakhamb and kabaddi were also featured as demonstration events. Chhattisgarh, the host state, placed ninth with three gold, 10 silver, and six bronze medals.