Who was Major Dhyan Chand? All about Hockey Wizard as India celebrates National Sports Day
On the occasion of National Sports Day, India pays tribute to Major Dhyan Chand, widely regarded as one of the greatest hockey players of all time. Born on 29 August 1905, in Allahabad (now Prayagraj), Dhyan Chand earned the nickname ‘Hockey Wizard’ for his unmatched skill, which has inspired generations of hockey players.Dhyan Chand led India's field hockey team to global dominance, securing three consecutive gold medals at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics, 1932 Los Angeles Olympics and 1936 Berlin Olympics.Also Read | Assam sports min reviews preparations for international cricket events in GuwahatiThe legendary hockey player scored more than 1,000 goals in his sporting career between 1926 and 1948. He was honoured with the country's prestigious civilian honour, Padma Bhushan, in 1956.Dhyan Chand began his journey in the British Indian Army, joining the First Brahmin Regiment in Delhi as an ordinary soldier in 1922. It was during his time in the regiment that Major Tiwari encouraged him to play hockey.National Sports Day 2025 theme This year, the National Sports Day theme is ‘Sport to Promote Peaceful and Inclusive Societies.’PM Modi wishes National Sports Day Celebrating Major Dhyan Chand's skills, dedication, and sportsmanship on his birth anniversary, PM Modi, in a post on X, said, “Greetings on National Sports Day! On this special occasion, we pay tribute to Major Dhyan Chand Ji, whose excellence continues to inspire generations. In the last decade, India’s sporting landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation.”He added, "From grassroots programmes that nurture young talent to creating world-class facilities, we are seeing a vibrant sports ecosystem in our nation. Our government remains committed to supporting athletes, building infrastructure and making India a global hub for sporting excellence."Asia Cup Hockey 2025 Clashing with National Sports Day, the 12th iteration of the Asia Cup Hockey is scheduled to start today in Bihar's Rajgir.
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