New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tribute to hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand on the National Sports Day. PM Modi said that the government is committed to supporting sports and ensuring more youth take up sports as their profession. The PM is an ardent sports follower and always leads the way in wishing the Indian sportspersons on their achievements.
Meanwhile, taking to social media site X, the PM said that that it is an occasion to compliment all the people those who are passionate about sports. He expressed his wishes and paid tribute to the famous Major Dhyan Chand on National Sports Day on social media, also appreciating the commitment of every sportsperson and athlete who had represented India.
Here’s what PM Modi wrote
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. Our Government is committed to supporting sports and ensuring more youth are able to play and… pic.twitter.com/nInOuIOrpp
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 29, 2024
Significance of National Sports Day
The National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 every year to mark the birth anniversary of Major Chand. It is the day when the legacy of India’s greatest hockey player is celebrated. The day also marks huge importance as it helps in celebrating awareness and importance of sports and physical activities on our lives. The National Sports Day was established back in 2012 by the Government of India to remeber the contribution of India’s greatest sportsperson.
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