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119th birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand

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India celebrates National Sports Day annually on 29 August the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand.

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Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, commemorated National Sports Day by paying tribute to Hockey Wizard Major Dhyan Chand at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. 

National Sports Day 

  • In 2012, the Indian government declared Major Dhyan Chand's birthday as National Sports Day to recognize his contributions to Indian sports.
  • It aims to inspire individuals of all ages to participate in physical activities, cultivate and promote a sports culture, and honor the achievements of athletes.

About the Major Dhyan Chand

  • Major Dhyan Chand was born on August 29, 1905, Renowned as the "Wizard of Hockey," made remarkable contributions to India's national sport, hockey, earning great pride for the nation.
  • e played a key role in India’s first hat-trick of Olympic gold medals, winning at the 1928, 1932, and 1936 Summer Olympics

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