New Delhi: National Sports Day is celebrated across the country every year on August 29. This day also marks the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand.
The day is commemorated to honour the legend and also create awareness on the importance of sports, fitness and health. The day is also dedicated to India’s sports heroes and champions, honouring their contribution and dedication to bringing laurels to the country.
History
First National Sports Day was celebrated in India on August 29, 2012. Widely known as the ‘Hockey Wizard’ and ‘The Magician’, Major Dhyan Chand was born on August 29, 1905, and National Sports Day is marked to celebrate his birthday.
Significance
National Sports Day’s primary motto is to promote awareness about the importance of sports and being physically active in the daily life of all citizens.
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