National Sports Day in India is celebrated on August 29th every year in honor of the birthday of Major Dhyan Chand, one of the greatest field hockey players in the history of the sport and was born on August 29, 1905.
He played a crucial role in India’s success in field hockey during the 1920s and 1930s, including winning three Olympic gold medals in 1928, 1932, and 1936. National Sports Day is a day celebrated in several nations to recognize and promote the value of sports and physical activity. The exact date and meaning of the day can differ from one country to the next.
In India on this day, various sporting events, award ceremonies, and functions are organized throughout the country to celebrate the importance of sports. One of the significant highlights of National Sports Day is the presentation of sports awards by the President of India. These awards include the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, Arjuna Award, Dronacharya Award, and Dhyan Chand Award, which are given to outstanding athletes, coaches, and sports contributors for their exceptional achievements and contributions to sports.