National Sports Day

Nadda Remembers Dhyanchand On Sports Day Wishes Players

New Delhi, 29 August BJP President JP Nadda on Saturday paid tribute to hockey wizard Major Dhyanchand on the occasion of National Sports Day, and wished all sports lovers and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to further promote the sport with health.

Also thanked Modi. In a series of tweets, Nadda said, "A humble tribute to Hockey legend Major Dhyanchand Ji, who has won India's Olympic glory by winning three Olympic gold medals, on his birth anniversary and heartfelt greetings to all sports lovers on the occasion of National Sports Day." He said that the players of the country

New Delhi, 29 August BJP President JP Nadda on Saturday paid tribute to hockey wizard Major Dhyanchand on the occasion of National Sports Day, and wished all sports lovers and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to further promote the sport with health. Also thanked Modi.

In a series of tweets, Nadda said, "A humble tribute to Hockey legend Major Dhyanchand Ji, who has made India proud in the world by winning three Olympic gold medals, and heartfelt greetings to all sports lovers on the occasion of National Sports Day." He said that the players of the country have always made India proud with their talent, dedication, and hard work.

"On the occasion of National Sports Day, I wish for the development, success and bright future of all the players." Giving thanks to Modi for promoting the sports and creating a conducive environment in the country, Nadda said that the Prime Minister has given the game He has taken forward by connecting with health and has encouraged the sportspersons through programs and various schemes like "Khelo India" and "Fit India".

It is noteworthy that Dhyanchand is considered to be the best player of hockey. He had an amazing ability to score goals. During his playing, India won three gold medals in hockey (1928, 1932 and 1936) at the Olympics. This was the time which is called the golden period of hockey in India. He was born on this day in 1905. August 29 is celebrated as National Sports Day in the country.