New Delhi:
Today, the entire nation celebrated the 120th birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand with great enthusiasm, marking it as National Sports Day. On this occasion, various sporting events, felicitation ceremonies, and awareness campaigns were organized across the country. Players, schools, sports organizations, and government institutions came together to highlight the importance of sports and pay homage to the unparalleled contributions of Major Dhyan Chand.
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Major Dhyan Chand: The Golden Chapter of Indian Hockey
Major Dhyan Chand’s name is etched in golden letters in the history of Indian sports. Leading India to three consecutive Olympic gold medals in hockey (1928, 1932, and 1936), he is remembered for his extraordinary skills and discipline. Celebrating his birth anniversary as National Sports Day aims to inspire the youth towards sports and promote a sporting culture in the country.
President and Prime Minister Offer Tributes
President of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and several other national leaders paid rich tributes to Major Dhyan Chand today. In a social media post, Prime Minister Modi said:
“On Major Dhyan Chand Ji’s birth anniversary, I bow to him. He made India proud on the global stage with his sporting excellence. On National Sports Day, I extend my greetings to all players and sports lovers.”
Nationwide Celebrations
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Schools and colleges organized sports competitions including races, kabaddi, football, and hockey matches.
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The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports and the Sports Authority of India (SAI) launched fitness awareness drives.
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Several athletes were honored with Khel Ratna, Arjuna Awards, and Dronacharya Awards at different venues.
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Special Events in Delhi
In the capital city of Delhi, a series of special programs were held to mark National Sports Day. Advocate Nandan Jha, President of the International Mind Sports Association (IMSA), Secretary General of GMF, and Founder & Advisor of SOGF, paid heartfelt tribute to Major Dhyan Chand and also participated in a friendly hockey match.
He felicitated children to encourage their interest and talent in sports. Speaking on the occasion, Nandan Jha said:
“National Sports Day reminds us that sports are not just essential for physical fitness but are also symbols of character-building, discipline, and team spirit. Major Dhyan Chand Ji is an everlasting inspiration for all of us.”
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Sports as a Symbol of National Pride
National Sports Day once again reminded the nation that sports are not merely competitions, but also a source of national pride, discipline, and unity. Remembering Major Dhyan Chand Ji on his birth anniversary and carrying forward the spirit of sportsmanship is the duty of every Indian.
