National Sports Day 2024: Every year, National Sports Day is celebrated in India, to honour the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, one of the greatest hockey players in history. Also known as the “Wizard of Hockey,” he made significant contributions to Hockey, the national sport of India. He brought immense pride to the nation.&nbsp;

Major Dhyan Chand started his career as a hockey player in 1926 and played till 1948. He played an instrumental role in helping India win its first Olympic gold medals at the 1928, 1932, and 1936 Summer Olympics.&nbsp;

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<h2>National Sports Day 2024: Date</h2>

Major Dhyan Chand is a legendary hockey player and is one of India’s most celebrated athletes. He was born on 29 August 1905, and to honour his significant contributions to the Indian national sport, Hockey. The government of India, established the National Sports Day in 2012, marking his birth anniversary, and decided to celebrate it annually. This year, the day is observed on 29 August, Thursday.&nbsp;

<h2>National Sports Day 2024: Significance&nbsp;</h2>

National Sports Day serves as a platform, highlighting the importance of building discipline, teamwork, and national pride. Major Dhyan Chand’s legacy continues to motivate athletes, and even the government of India launched various sports schemes on this day. In 2018, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Khelo India scheme on National Sports Day.&nbsp;

The National Sports Day also recognises the achievements of Indian athletes and celebrates their contributions. The President of India presents the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, one of the most prestigious recognition in sports. It represents the pinnacle of sporting recognition in India.&nbsp;

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<h2>Who is Major Dhyan Chand?</h2>

Dhyan Chand was a prominent hockey player in India's pre-independence period. He played a significant role in India’s first hat-trick of winning gold medals at the 1928, 1932, and 1936 Summer Olympics.&nbsp;

He is also known as ‘Hockey Wizard’ because of his understanding of the game and became one of the greatest hockey players of all time. He was also honoured with Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award.&nbsp;

Today, on National Sports Day 2024, and Major Dhyan Chand’s birth anniversary, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya offered floral tributes at the statue of Major Dhyan Chand.&nbsp;

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National Sports Day 2024: Every year, National Sports Day is celebrated in India, to honour the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, one of the greatest hockey players in history.

National Sports Day 2024: Every year, National Sports Day is celebrated in India, to honour the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, one of the greatest hockey players in history. Also known as the “Wizard of Hockey,” he made significant contributions to Hockey, the national sport of India. He brought immense pride to the nation. Major Dhyan Chand started his career as a hockey player in 1926 and played till 1948. He played an instrumental role in helping India win its first Olympic gold medals at the 1928, 1932, and 1936 Summer Olympics. Also Read|India's schedule at Paris Paralympics, Day 1: Here's all you need to know| National Sports Day 2024: Date Major Dhyan Chand is a legendary hockey player and is one of India’s most celebrated athletes. He was born on 29 August 1905, and to honour his significant contributions to the Indian national sport, Hockey. The government of India, established the National Sports Day in 2012, marking his birth anniversary, and decided to celebrate it annually. This year, the day is observed on 29 August, Thursday. National Sports Day 2024: Significance National Sports Day serves as a platform, highlighting the importance of building discipline, teamwork, and national pride. Major Dhyan Chand’s legacy continues to motivate athletes, and even the government of India launched various sports schemes on this day. In 2018, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Khelo India scheme on National Sports Day. The National Sports Day also recognises the achievements of Indian athletes and celebrates their contributions. The President of India presents the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, one of the most prestigious recognition in sports. It represents the pinnacle of sporting recognition in India. Also Read| FAKE VIDEO ALERT! Clip of Virat Kohli SCOLDING Shubman Gill goes viral - Watch| Who is Major Dhyan Chand? Dhyan Chand was a prominent hockey player in India's pre-independence period. He played a significant role in India’s first hat-trick of winning gold medals at the 1928, 1932, and 1936 Summer Olympics. He is also known as ‘Hockey Wizard’ because of his understanding of the game and became one of the greatest hockey players of all time. He was also honoured with Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award. Today, on National Sports Day 2024, and Major Dhyan Chand’s birth anniversary, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya offered floral tributes at the statue of Major Dhyan Chand. Delhi: On the occasion of National Sports Day, after offering floral tributes at the statue of Major Dhyan Chand, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said, "Today, on the occasion of National Sports Day, we have paid tribute to Major Dhyan Chand. We celebrate Major Dhyan Chand's… pic.twitter.com/b3uyrgitgj — IANS (@ians_india) August 29, 2024 × (With inputs from agencies)

National Sports Day 2024: Date, significance, and all you need to know

Major Dhyan Chand is considered the greatest hockey player ever born. Today, 29 August, is his birth anniversary & is celebrated as National Sports Day in India every year in memory of his extraordinary life.

Remembering Major Dhyan Chand, the magician of men’s hockey on National Sports Day

National Sports Day 2023: Every year on August 29, India celebrates National Sports Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. It is also called Rashtriya Khel Divas. The day is dedicated to the country's sports heroes and champions for their contribution and dedication towards bringing pride to the nation. It aims to raise awareness about the values of sports, including discipline, perseverance, sportsman spirit and teamwork. Here's all you need to know.

National Sports Day 2023: History and Theme

The day traces back to the birth of the hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand Singh. He was born on 29 August 1905 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh and started&nbsp;his career in the British Indian Army.&nbsp;

The first National Sports Day was celebrated on 29 August 2012 and hence marks its 12 years today.&nbsp;

The hockey legend won gold medals in the Olympics for India in the years 1928, 1932 and 1936. Singh scored 400 goals in his total career, from 1926 to 1949.&nbsp;

As a legendary figure in Indian and world hockey, the most noted memorial for him were the Major Dhyan Chand Award, the highest civilian award for lifetime achievements in sports in India.&nbsp;

The theme for this year's National Sports Day 2023 celebration is "Sports are an enabler to an inclusive and fit society."

National Sports Day 2023: Significance

The National Sports Day 2023 encourages people of all ages to embrace physical fitness. The day emphasises the importance of exercising daily and living a healthy life.&nbsp;

The day serves as a catalyst for the development of a robust sports culture in the country.&nbsp;

National Sports Day 2023: Benefits of Playing Sports

It increases your stamina and strengthens bones.&nbsp;

Indulging in a sporting activity can help you lose weight.

Improves mental health. This includes improving mood, enhancing your sense of well-being, reducing anxiety and combating negative emotions.&nbsp;

Improves lung functions. Regular sports activity causes more oxygen to be drawn into the body which increases the efficiency of the lungs.&nbsp;

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National Sports Day 2023: Every year on August 29, India celebrates National Sports Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. It is also called Rashtriya Khel Divas.

National Sports Day 2023: Every year on August 29, India celebrates National Sports Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. It is also called Rashtriya Khel Divas. The day is dedicated to the country's sports heroes and champions for their contribution and dedication towards bringing pride to the nation. It aims to raise awareness about the values of sports, including discipline, perseverance, sportsman spirit and teamwork. Here's all you need to know. National Sports Day 2023: History and Theme The day traces back to the birth of the hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand Singh. He was born on 29 August 1905 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh and started his career in the British Indian Army. The first National Sports Day was celebrated on 29 August 2012 and hence marks its 12 years today. The hockey legend won gold medals in the Olympics for India in the years 1928, 1932 and 1936. Singh scored 400 goals in his total career, from 1926 to 1949. As a legendary figure in Indian and world hockey, the most noted memorial for him were the Major Dhyan Chand Award, the highest civilian award for lifetime achievements in sports in India. The theme for this year's National Sports Day 2023 celebration is "Sports are an enabler to an inclusive and fit society." National Sports Day 2023: Significance The National Sports Day 2023 encourages people of all ages to embrace physical fitness. The day emphasises the importance of exercising daily and living a healthy life. The day serves as a catalyst for the development of a robust sports culture in the country. National Sports Day 2023: Benefits of Playing Sports It increases your stamina and strengthens bones. Indulging in a sporting activity can help you lose weight. Improves mental health. This includes improving mood, enhancing your sense of well-being, reducing anxiety and combating negative emotions. Improves lung functions. Regular sports activity causes more oxygen to be drawn into the body which increases the efficiency of the lungs. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tribute to legendary Indian Hockey player Major Dhyan Chand on his birth anniversary and said that sports has done well in recent years and wished for it to keep gaining popularity across the country. The Prime Minister posted a tweet to mark National Sports Day, celebrated annually today on the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, the legendary hockey player "Greetings on National Sports Day and tributes to Major Dhyan Chand Ji on his birth anniversary. The recent years have been great for sports. May this trend continue. May sports keep gaining popularity across India," tweeted PM Modi. National Sports Day is being celebrated across the country today. On this day, people are encouraged to take out some time out of their day to play their favourite sport and inculcate the habit of playing sports in day-to-day life to keep themselves fit physically and mentally. It is celebrated as a tribute to Major Dhyan Chand, known for his goal-scoring ability and superb ball control.

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A three-time Olympic gold medal winner, Major Dhyan Chand was part of the Indian hockey team which won gold in the 1928, 1932 and 1936 editions of the Olympics. In his 185 appearances for the country, he scored 570 goals for India. Notably, with the zeal and enthusiasm hitting every street and corner across India on the eve of National Sports Day, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports would be conducting the `Meet The Champion` initiative in 26 schools across the country on August 29, said officials on Sunday. A few of the prominent athletes who are part of the initiative among others are, Commonwealth Games (CWG) and World Championships Gold Medallist Nikhat Zareen, Paralympics and CWG medallist Bhavina Patel, Tokyo Olympics and CWG medallist Manpreet Singh.`Meet the Champions` is a unique school visit campaign that was kicked off by Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra in December last year and has reached various parts of the country over the past few months. During the school visit, the champion athlete shares their experiences, life lessons, and tips on how to eat right and also give an overall inspirational boost to school children."With the special occasion of the National Sports Day and as a tribute to hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) has now expanded the initiative to also include athletes who participated in the recently-concluded Commonwealth Games (CWG) and World Championships," read a statement.

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Sports Authority of India would also be celebrating this year`s National Sports Day, as part of the FIT INDIA campaign, through pan-India sports events with the theme of Sports as an enabler for an inclusive and fit society. Sporting events are organized for different levels, including both professional as well as recreational events among people of various age groups, and of all walks of life.In the evening, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Thakur, along with Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan and Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Nisith Pramanik will have a special virtual interaction with a few sports and Fit India fitness icons of the country to discuss the importance to fitness and sports in India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tribute to legendary Indian Hockey player Major Dhyan Chand on his birth anniversary and said that sports has done well in recent years and wished for it to keep gaining popularity across the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tribute to legendary Indian Hockey player Major Dhyan Chand on his birth anniversary and said that sports has done well in recent years and wished for it to keep gaining popularity across the country. The Prime Minister posted a tweet to mark National Sports Day, celebrated annually today on the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, the legendary hockey player "Greetings on National Sports Day and tributes to Major Dhyan Chand Ji on his birth anniversary. The recent years have been great for sports. May this trend continue. May sports keep gaining popularity across India," tweeted PM Modi. National Sports Day is being celebrated across the country today. On this day, people are encouraged to take out some time out of their day to play their favourite sport and inculcate the habit of playing sports in day-to-day life to keep themselves fit physically and mentally. It is celebrated as a tribute to Major Dhyan Chand, known for his goal-scoring ability and superb ball control. Greetings on National Sports Day and tributes to Major Dhyan Chand Ji on his birth anniversary. The recent years have been great for sports. May this trend continue. May sports keep gaining popularity across India. pic.twitter.com/g04aqModJT — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 29, 2022 × A three-time Olympic gold medal winner, Major Dhyan Chand was part of the Indian hockey team which won gold in the 1928, 1932 and 1936 editions of the Olympics. In his 185 appearances for the country, he scored 570 goals for India. Notably, with the zeal and enthusiasm hitting every street and corner across India on the eve of National Sports Day, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports would be conducting the `Meet The Champion` initiative in 26 schools across the country on August 29, said officials on Sunday. A few of the prominent athletes who are part of the initiative among others are, Commonwealth Games (CWG) and World Championships Gold Medallist Nikhat Zareen, Paralympics and CWG medallist Bhavina Patel, Tokyo Olympics and CWG medallist Manpreet Singh.`Meet the Champions` is a unique school visit campaign that was kicked off by Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra in December last year and has reached various parts of the country over the past few months. During the school visit, the champion athlete shares their experiences, life lessons, and tips on how to eat right and also give an overall inspirational boost to school children."With the special occasion of the National Sports Day and as a tribute to hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) has now expanded the initiative to also include athletes who participated in the recently-concluded Commonwealth Games (CWG) and World Championships," read a statement. ALSO READ | Your medal calls for celebrations, not apology: PM Modi tells Pooja Gehlot after her bronze win at CWG 2022 Sports Authority of India would also be celebrating this year`s National Sports Day, as part of the FIT INDIA campaign, through pan-India sports events with the theme of Sports as an enabler for an inclusive and fit society. Sporting events are organized for different levels, including both professional as well as recreational events among people of various age groups, and of all walks of life.In the evening, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Thakur, along with Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan and Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Nisith Pramanik will have a special virtual interaction with a few sports and Fit India fitness icons of the country to discuss the importance to fitness and sports in India.

PM Modi remembers Major Dhyan Chand, pays tribute to hockey legend on National Sports Day

Indian athletes Neeraj Chopra, Ravi Dahiya and Lovlina Borgohain are set to be awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award.

Sources in the known of ANI revealed that Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award will be awarded to Neeraj Chopra, Ravi Dahiya, Lovlina Borgohain, PR Sreejesh, Avani Lekhara, Sumit Antil, Pramod Bhagat, Krishna Nagar, Manish Narwal, Mithali Raj, and Sunil Chhetri.

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Apart from this, 35 players will be awarded the Arjuna Award. Among them are Yogesh Kathuniya, Nishad Kumar, Praveen Kumar, Suhas Yathiraj, Singhraj Adhana, Bhavina Patel, Harvinder Singh, and Sharad Kumar.

All men`s Hockey India team who has won the historic bronze medal in Tokyo 2020 Olympics has been awarded Arjun Award with the exceptions of PR Sreejesh and Manpreet Singh.

Arjuna Award winners from the hockey team are: Harmanpreet Singh, Rupinder Pal Singh, Surender Kumar, Amit Rohidas, Birendra Lakra, Hardik Singh, Vivek Sagar Prasad, Nilakanta Sharma, Sumit, Shamsher Singh, Dilpreet Singh, Gurjant Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, and Mandeep Singh.

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Dronacharya Award has been awarded to Radhakrishna Nair, TP Ouseph, Sandeep Sangwan among others.&nbsp;

Indian athletes Neeraj Chopra, Ravi Dahiya and Lovlina Borgohain are set to be awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. Sources in the known of ANI revealed that Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award will be awarded to Neeraj Chopra, Ravi Dahiya, Lovlina Borgohain, PR Sreejesh, Avani Lekhara, Sumit Antil, Pramod Bhagat, Krishna Nagar, Manish Narwal, Mithali Raj, and Sunil Chhetri.

Indian athletes Neeraj Chopra, Ravi Dahiya and Lovlina Borgohain are set to be awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. Sources in the known of ANI revealed that Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award will be awarded to Neeraj Chopra, Ravi Dahiya, Lovlina Borgohain, PR Sreejesh, Avani Lekhara, Sumit Antil, Pramod Bhagat, Krishna Nagar, Manish Narwal, Mithali Raj, and Sunil Chhetri. ALSO READ: International Olympic Committee to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 Apart from this, 35 players will be awarded the Arjuna Award. Among them are Yogesh Kathuniya, Nishad Kumar, Praveen Kumar, Suhas Yathiraj, Singhraj Adhana, Bhavina Patel, Harvinder Singh, and Sharad Kumar. All men`s Hockey India team who has won the historic bronze medal in Tokyo 2020 Olympics has been awarded Arjun Award with the exceptions of PR Sreejesh and Manpreet Singh. Arjuna Award winners from the hockey team are: Harmanpreet Singh, Rupinder Pal Singh, Surender Kumar, Amit Rohidas, Birendra Lakra, Hardik Singh, Vivek Sagar Prasad, Nilakanta Sharma, Sumit, Shamsher Singh, Dilpreet Singh, Gurjant Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, and Mandeep Singh. ALSO READ: We are in talks with IOC for 2036 Olympics, Motera best venue: IOA chief Dronacharya Award has been awarded to Radhakrishna Nair, TP Ouseph, Sandeep Sangwan among others.

Neeraj Chopra, Ravi Dahiya, Mithali Raj likely to be conferred with Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award