Nation Celebrates National Sports Day Honoring Major Dhyan Chand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand on National Sports Day. The PM reiterated his government's commitment to supporting sports and encouraging youth participation. National Sports Day is marked annually on August 29, commemorating Major Chand’s birth anniversary.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid homage to hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand on the National Sports Day, reaffirming the government's dedication to fostering sports and enabling more youth to participate and excel.

''Greetings on National Sports Day. Today we pay homage to Major Dhyan Chand Ji. It is an occasion to compliment all those passionate about sports and those who have played for India,'' Modi said on X.

''Our Government is committed to supporting sports and ensuring more youth are able to play and shine,'' the prime minister stated.

The National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 each year to honor the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand.

(With inputs from agencies.)