Today marks the 119th birthday of Major Dhyan Chand, the iconic hockey wizard and one of India’s most celebrated sportspersons. On this day, India celebrates National Sports Day in his honour. The day also marks the contribution of Major Dhyan Chand to the development of Indian hockey, which was given a new identity by him.
Major Dhyan Chand: Hockey Wizard
Major Dhyan Chand was born on 29th August, 1905 in Allahabad. He was one of the most influential figures in Indian hockey. He started playing hockey at an early age and quickly rose to become one of India’s most distinguished hockey players. He was known for his skillful dribbling and accurate shooting. He was also known for his sportsmanship and humility. He represented India in three Olympic Games – Amsterdam (1928), Los Angeles (1932) and Berlin (1936) – and led India to victory in each of them. He was the highest scorer in all three tournaments and was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1956 for his services to hockey.
National Sports Day 2021
National Sports Day is celebrated every year on 29th August, the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, to commemorate his achievements. This year, National Sports Day is being celebrated with great enthusiasm and gusto. The day is celebrated to honor the contribution of sportspersons like Major Dhyan Chand who have made India proud at the international level.
119th Birthday of Major Dhyan Chand
Today marks the 119th birthday of Major Dhyan Chand who is considered one of the greatest sportspersons of India. He is credited with transforming Indian hockey and leading India to three Olympic gold medals. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1956 for his contribution to Indian hockey.
Indian Hockey: A New Identity
Major Dhyan Chand was instrumental in giving Indian hockey a new identity. He was known for his skillful dribbling and accurate shooting. He led India to victory in three Olympic Games – Amsterdam (1928), Los Angeles (1932) and Berlin (1936). He was the highest scorer in all three tournaments and his contribution to Indian hockey is unparalleled.
Celebrating National Sports Day
National Sports Day is celebrated to commemorate the contribution of sportspersons like Major Dhyan Chand to Indian sports. The day is celebrated with great enthusiasm and gusto. Events such as sports tournaments, exhibitions and award ceremonies are organized to recognize the contribution of sportspersons to Indian sports.
Major Dhyan Chand’s Legacy
Major Dhyan Chand’s legacy will live on forever
