# Maharashtra Girls, Odisha Boys Win Sub Junior Kho Kho Nationals

URL: https://technosports.co.in/maharashtra-girls-odisha-boy-win-junior-kho-kho/  
Published: 2026-02-05  
Updated: 2026-02-05  
Author: Hardik Dhamija

The 35th Sub Junior [National Kho Kho Championship](https://technosports.co.in/?s=National+Kho+Kho+Championship) concluded on February 4, 2026, in Kurukshetra with **Maharashtra girls defending their title** and **Odisha boys claiming victory**. The tournament showcased India’s emerging Kho Kho talent with 31 teams competing in each category.

![Maharashtra Girls](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Maharashtra-Girls-Odisha-Boys-1-1-1024x683.jpg)
*Maharashtra Girls and Odisha Boys*

## Sub Junior Kho Kho Championship: Results Summary

| Category | Winner | Runner-Up | Score | Joint Third |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **Girls** | Maharashtra (defending) | Rajasthan | 27-15 (12 pts + inning) | Punjab & Haryana |
| **Boys** | Odisha | Kolhapur | 31-24 (7 pts + inning) | Maharashtra & UP |

## Championship Details

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| **Event** | 35th Sub Junior National Kho Kho Championship |
| **Dates** | January 31 – February 4, 2026 |
| **Venue** | Keshav Park, Kurukshetra, Haryana |
| **Inaugurated By** | Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini |
| **Teams** | 31 boys + 31 girls (states, UTs, associates) |
| **Organizer** | Haryana Sports Kho Kho Association |
| **Governing Body** | Kho Kho Federation of India |
| **Prize Money** | ₹25,000 (winners), ₹20,000 (runners-up), ₹15,000 (third) |

## Finals Highlights

**Girls’ Final:** Maharashtra defended their title, defeating Rajasthan 27-15 with a 12-point and inning margin. Superior defensive and attacking coordination sealed victory.

**Boys’ Final:** Odisha clinched their first title, edging Kolhapur 31-24 by 7 points and an inning in a thrilling contest.

## Individual Awards

**Girls:** Best Defender – Rahi Patil (Maharashtra), Best Attacker – Gunjan (Rajasthan), ILA Award (All-Rounder) – Aparna Varde (Maharashtra)

**Boys:** Best Defender – Varad (Maharashtra), Best Attacker – Gaurav Mane (Kolhapur), Bharat Award (All-Rounder) – Satya Ranjan Behera (Odisha)

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Maharashtra-Girls-Odisha-Boys-3-1024x683.jpg)
*Maharashtra Girls and Odisha Boys*

## Leadership & Context

KKFI President Sudhanshu Mittal stated: “These young talents have a bright future. The KKFI is committed to providing best-in-class training.”

HSKKA President Jawahar Singh Yadav announced additional prize money, including **₹1 lakh for Haryana girls’ team** (joint third).

The previous edition (Simdega, Jharkhand, Sept-Oct 2024) saw Maharashtra sweep both categories. Odisha’s boys’ victory breaks this dominance.

Visit [Kho Kho Federation](https://www.khokhofederation.in/) or TechnoSports sports for updates.

## FAQs

### **Who won the 35th Sub Junior National Kho Kho Championship?**

Maharashtra girls (defending champions) and Odisha boys claimed titles on February 4, 2026.

### **Where was the Sub Junior Kho Kho Championship held?**

Keshav Park, Kurukshetra, Haryana, from January 31 – February 4, 2026.