Chariots, Chakravyuhs, and Champions: The 35th Sub-Junior National Kho Kho Championship Kurukshetra , the historic land of the Mahabharata, has once again become a battlefield—but this time, the weapons are speed, agility, and tactical brilliance. From January 31 to February 4, 2026 , the 35th Sub-Junior National Kho Kho Championship has taken center stage at Keshav Park, bringing together the finest young talent from across India to the very soil where the legends of "active chase" began. An Ancient Heritage: From the Chakravyuh to the Mat The choice of Kurukshetra as the host city is deeply symbolic. Kho Kho is not merely a modern sport; it is an indigenous legacy believed to have roots in the Mahabharata . The Legend of Abhimanyu: It is widely held that the defensive tactics of Kho Kho—specifically "Ring Play"—were inspired by the legendary Chakravyuh formation. During the 13th day of the Great War, Guru Dronac...
Warriors on the Battleground of KhoKho: Kazipet Prepares for the 58th Senior National Championship The ancient spirit of the Mahabharata, where strategy, agility, and raw power determined the fate of warriors, is set to descend upon Kazipet, Telangana, from January 11th to 15th, 2026. The city is abuzz with anticipation as it prepares to host the 58th Senior National Kho-Kho Championship, an event that promises to showcase the pinnacle of this truly indigenous Indian sport. Kho-Kho, often described as the "game of warriors," traces its origins back centuries, with its fundamental principles echoing the tactical formations and intense physical demands found in ancient Indian battlefields. Legend has it that the game’s roots can be found in the strategic maneuvers and rapid pursuits depicted in the Mahabharata, where quick decision-making and collective action were paramount to victory. This legacy continues to imbue the sport with a unique intensity, making ...