The state-level sports competition for tribal students from government and aided Ashram schools began in Amravati, featuring 1,857 participants from across Maharashtra. Nashik and host Amravati teams secured wins on the opening day. The event, inaugurated by Ravindra Thakare, included a march past and a Mallakhamb performance. Officials emphasized the need to provide platforms for tribal students' athletic talents, noting their natural abilities and potential.