According to Media Sources, Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday paid floral tribute to Major Dhyan Chand on the occasion of National Sports Day in New Delhi. Dhyan Chand celebrated as ‘The Wizard’ represented the Indian hockey team from 1925 to 1949, scoring over 1500 goals in the 185 matches he played as a centre forward during his international career, which includes three Olympic Gold Medal wins in 1928,1932 and 1936. He was felicitated with the Padma Bhushan in 1956 and his birth anniversary on August 29, is celebrated as National Sports Day. Every year, National Sports Day is celebrated as a befitting tribute to our sports icons for their contribution to bringing laurels to the country on the international stage.
As Per Media Sources, Speaking to reporters at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, Mansukh Mandaviya said, “Today, on the occasion of National Sports Day, we paid floral tribute to Major Dhyan Chand. It is his birth anniversary today and we are observing it as National Sports Day…” He also emphasised the importance of staying fit and healthy for the development of the nation. “Citizens of the country should stay fit and healthy. A healthy citizen builds a healthy society and a healthy society builds a prosperous country. To build Viksit Bharat in 2047, to ensure that every citizen stays healthy, it is essential for everyone to be fit,” Mandaviya added. The Minister urged everyone to spare one hour to participate in their one game of interest. “It is important to indulge in sports to stay fit. So, all citizens should take one hour out of their busy schedule and play one game of their interest and stay fit. I too will play Football today for an hour,” Mandaviya added.
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