National Sports Day

2024 - 8 - 28

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Celebrate National Sports Day with us as we honor hockey icon Major Dhyan Chand and pump up our fitness game!

**National Sports Day 2024: Celebrating the Legacy of Major Dhyan Chand** August 29th marks a significant occasion in India’s sports calendar: National Sports Day! Established in 2012, this day pays homage to none other than the legendary hockey player, Major Dhyan Chand, who dazzled the world with his magical stick skills. His incredible achievements not only brought glory to India but also captivated the imagination of sports enthusiasts globally, making this day the perfect opportunity to inspire a new generation of athletes. Gather your friends, dust off that cricket bat, and join in the celebrations! As we come together to honor Major Dhyan Chand, it’s essential to understand why his legacy continues to resonate. Championed for his contributions to the Indian hockey team, he led India to three Olympic gold medals in 1928, 1932, and 1936. His remarkable skills on the field were so enchanting that even Adolf Hitler, who met him during the 1936 Berlin Olympics, allegedly was left awestruck. This tale alone makes him a true sports superstar, proving that the realm of sports transcends politics and fosters unity among nations. But wait, National Sports Day isn't just about reminiscing! It’s also about getting active. Special events and competitions are organized across schools and colleges, emphasizing the importance of sports and physical fitness in our daily lives. Whether it's a sprint, a football match, or even a fun relay, the spirit of sportsmanship is alive and kicking! Don't be surprised if you find your neighbor attempting to emulate Major Dhyan Chand's legendary ‘sticking’ skills in the park. Just remember, if the ball goes missing, you may want to check the tallest tree nearby! In honoring Dhyan Chand, a plethora of tributes and messages flood in from every corner of the nation. Leaders, athletes, and sports lovers unite to underline the importance of nurturing sports talent and creating a vibrant sports culture in India. PM Narendra Modi recently echoed this sentiment during his tribute to the hockey maestro, emphasizing the government's support for young athletes. Clearly, the goal is to inspire the nation's youth to embrace sports and fitness wholeheartedly. Did you know that Major Dhyan Chand played over 400 games during his hockey career? With his unmatched prowess on the field, he not only transformed the game but also influenced future generations of players. Moreover, Dhyan Chand’s birthday is also being celebrated as the National Sports Day, ensuring that his legacy will never be forgotten in Indian sports culture. So this August 29th, let's remember to lace up our shoes, honor the legend, and most importantly, have fun!

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National Sports Day 2024: All you need to know—about Major ... (The Indian Express)

National Sports Day 2024, celebrated on August 29, honors Major Dhyan Chand's legacy and promotes sports and physical fitness in India through various ...

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Why National Sports Day in India is celebrated on August 29 (Times of India)

More sports News: India's National Sports Day, celebrated annually on August 29 since being established in 2012, honors hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.

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National Sports Day: मेजर ध्यानचंद का खेल देखकर हिटलर भी रह गया था ... (प्रभात खबर)

National Sports Day: भारतीय हॉकी टीम के पूर्व स्टार खिलाड़ी और हॉकी जगत के जादूगर मेजर ध्यानचंद का जन्मदिन है. मेजर ध्यानचंद का जन्म ...

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National Sports Day 2024: Check date, history, significance, theme ... (Business Standard)

National Sports Day 2024 is celebrated every year on August 29 to mark the legacy of Major Dhyan Chand, and to promote sports and fitness in the ...

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National Sports Day 2024: हर साल 29 अगस्त के दिन ही क्यों मनाया जाता ... (दैनिक जागरण)

29 अगस्त को हर साल राष्ट्रीय खेल दिवस मनाया जाता है। खेल न सिर्फ हमारी फिटनेस के लिए जरूरी होता है बल्कि यह मेंटल हेल्थ को भी कई ...

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National Sports Day Speech In Hindi : राष्ट्रीय खेल दिवस पर छोटा और ... (Hindustan हिंदी)

Sports Day Speech : राष्ट्रीय खेल दिवस के दौरान स्कूल और कॉलेजों में कई तरह की प्रतियोगिताएं होती हैं, खास तौर पर स्पोर्ट्स कॉम्पीटीशन ...

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National Sports Day: Mansukh Mandaviya pays floral tribute to ... (ANI News)

National Sports Day is celebrated annually on August 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.

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National Sports Day: भारत को ओलंपिक में गोल्ड मेडल दिलाने वाले मेजर ... (जागरण जोश)

National Sports Day: हर साल 29 अगस्त को हम राष्ट्रीय खेल के दिवस के रूप में मनाते हैं। दरअसल, यह हॉकी के जादूगर भारतीय खिलाड़ी मेजर ...

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National Sports Day: क्यों मनाया जाता है राष्ट्रीय खेल दिवस? जानें किन्हें ... (अमर उजाला)

आज गुरुवार (29 अगस्त 2024) को 'हॉकी के जादूगर' मेजर ध्यानचंद की 119वीं जयंती है। 29 अगस्त 1905 को इलाहाबाद में जन्मे ध्यानचंद की जयंती पर ...

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National Sports Day Anchoring Script 2024: Best Engaging Scripts ... (Jagran Josh)

National Sports Day, celebrated on August 29th, is a significant occasion dedicated to honoring the legacy of Major Dhyan Chand. This special day is not just ...

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National Sports Day: All you need to know about significance of this ... (Sportstar)

National Sports Day is celebrated annually in India on August 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.

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Manipur CM Extends Wishes On National Sports Day, Highlights ... (NorthEast Today)

Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh extended his best wishes to athletes, coaches, and sports enthusiasts across the country on National Sports Day.

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PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Major Dhyan Chand on National ... (Firstpost)

PM Modi reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting sports at all levels to create an ecosystem where every young Indian can aspire to play and ...

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National Sports Day 2024: Theme, When and Why it is Celebrated? (Jagran Josh)

National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand also known as Wizard of Hockey.

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Jay Shah extends wishes on National Sports Day (Times of India)

More sports News: On National Sports Day, newly elected ICC Chairman Jay Shah extended best wishes to all, commemorating Major Dhyan Chand's birth ...

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National Sports Day Speech In Hindi: राष्ट्रीय खेल दिवस पर स्कूल में ... (Jansatta)

National Sports Day Speech, Essay In Hindi (राष्ट्रीय खेल दिवस पर भाषण): हॉकी के जादूगर मेजर ध्यानचंद की याद में मनाया जाने वाला राष्ट्रीय ...

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National Sports Day 2024: 29 अगस्त के दिन ही क्यों मनाया जाता है ... (India TV हिंदी)

इस दिन हॉकी के जादूगर के नाम से पहचाने बाने वाले महान खिलाड़ी मेजर ध्यानचंद की जयंती होती है। ओलंपिक से लेकर कई अहम टूर्नामेंट में मेजर ...

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National Sports Day: క్రీడారంగానికి మంచి రోజులు రానున్నాయి.. ప్రతి ... (NTV Telugu)

జాతీయ క్రీడా దినోత్సవాన్ని పురస్కరించుకుని టుడే నేషనల్ స్పోర్ట్స్ డే ర్యాలీ.. పాల్గొన్న మంత్రి రాంప్రసాద్ రెడ్డి.. పీవీ సింధు.

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PM Modi's message on National Sports Day: Government committed ... (India Today)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Major Dhyan Chand on his birth anniversary on August 29.

NATIONAL SPORTS DAY 2024 HMAN A NI (DIRECTORATE OF INFORMATION & PUBLIC RELATIONS)

India ram Hockey khel thiam lar tak Major Dhyan Chand-a piancham den chhenin India ram pumpuiah National Sports day vawiin 29th August 2024(Thu) hi hman a ...

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Watch: Remembering Dhyan Chand | National Sports Day (The Hindu)

August 29 is a day that holds a special place in the hearts of sports enthusiasts across India. It is celebrated as National Sports Day, dedicated to the ...

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National Sports Day: देश के इन खिलड़ियों ने पूरे विश्व में लहराया भारत का ... (प्रभात खबर)

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National Sports Day celebrated in State (Highland Post)

The day marks the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, who was born on this day in 1905. In East Jaiñtia Hills, the District Sports Officer in ...

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National Sports Day: 29 अगस्त के दिन ही क्यों मनाया जाता है राष्ट्रीय ... (Total Tv)

भारत खेलों की दृष्टि से एक समृद्ध देश है जिसमें अनेक तरह के खेल खेले जाते हैं। यहां के बच्चे व युवा गांव की गलियों से लेकर ओलंपिक तक में ...

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J&K celebrate National Sports Day with great enthusiasm, fervour (Daily Excelsior)

Excelsior Sports Correspondent. JAMMU, Aug 29: Schools, colleges, university campuses, and sports bodies across Jammu and Kashmir celebrated National Sports ...

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National Sports Day celebrated | The Arunachal Times (The Arunachal Times)

The day marks the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, one of the most iconic figures in Indian sports history. In Rono Hills, Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) ...

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