'Let's make India healthy and happy' - Neeraj Chopra, Narendra Modi lead National Sports Day wishes

Published at :August 29, 2023 at 10:15 PM

Modified at :January 13, 2024 at 6:35 PM

Every year August 29 is celebrated as the National Sports Day to mark the birth anniversary of legendary hockey player Dhyan Chand.

Today marks the 118th birth anniversary of the illustrious hockey maestro, Major Dhyan Chand. It is worth noting that the day holds great significance as it is observed as the National Sports Day in India.

Born on the 29th of August 1905, in the city of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, Dhyan Chand is hailed as the greatest hockey player from India. Widely acclaimed as one of the most exceptional athletes in the annals of the sport, Dhyan Chand garnered the monikers of “The Wizard” and “The Magician” for his unparalleled proficiency and remarkable dexterity in controlling the ball on the ground.

He played a vital role in India’s consecutive triumphs in the Olympic Games, securing gold medals in 1928, 1932, and 1936.

His performances were characterized by his extraordinary goalscoring prowess and exceptional comprehension of the game. Such was his dominance on the field that numerous tales circulated about his enchanting mastery with the hockey stick, including his ability to score goals even under dimly lit conditions.

The objective of National Sports Day is to foster sportsmanship, resilience, determination, and collaboration within the wider community, aiming to inspire increased participation in sports and its incorporation into individuals’ lifestyles.

Members of the sports community, including Sports Minister Anurag Thakur and athletes from various disciplines, wished the nation on this auspicious day. Here’s how the sports fraternity reacted on this momentous occasion.

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𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝. 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲. 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬Paid my tributes to the wizard of Indian Hockey, Major Dhyan Chand Ji on #NationalSportsDay at National Stadium, DelhiOn this special occasion, we are launching key initiatives on #IndianSports. Join me today to find out!… pic.twitter.com/hhuyspfhMh
— Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) August 29, 2023

Did my previous video leave you puzzled? Watch this one to know why I said what I did.Love sports, play sports. Happy #NationalSportsDay!#SportPlayingNation pic.twitter.com/GdlxRxOAAm
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 29, 2023

On #NationalSportsDay, I’m urging everyone, young or old, to go out and pick up a sport, exercise regularly and stay fit. Let’s make India healthy and happy! 🇮🇳
— Neeraj Chopra (@Neeraj_chopra1) August 29, 2023

Hockey India celebrates the the Birth Anniversary of Hockey Wizard Major Dhyan Chand and honor his spirit and dedication and pay homage to all our sportspersons who perform and excel for our country.#HockeyIndia #IndiaKaGame #NationalSportsDay pic.twitter.com/aIYnRiuGbR
— Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) August 29, 2023

Today, on #NationalSportsDay, I'm reminded not just of medals and accolades but of the resilience, discipline, and camaraderie sports instilled in me. Sport doesn't just shape champions in arenas but in life. It molds a society that thrives on health, values, and unity. There's…
— Abhinav A. Bindra OLY (@Abhinav_Bindra) August 29, 2023

National Sports Day 🙏🙏… #NationalSportsDay2023 😇 pic.twitter.com/6uLSaRwSSK
— Saina Nehwal (@NSaina) August 29, 2023

Celebrating Odisha’s sporting icons on National Sports Day who have made the country proud over the years 🇮🇳#OdishaFC #AmaTeamAmaGame #KalingaWarriors pic.twitter.com/CeQR0fxgAx
— Odisha FC (@OdishaFC) August 29, 2023

On this National Sports Day, we look back at some of the many legends who have made their mark on the international stage and made Kerala proud! 🇮🇳#NationalSportsDay #KBFC #KeralaBlasters pic.twitter.com/4WK2Y4MDcy
— Kerala Blasters FC (@KeralaBlasters) August 29, 2023

Right from the time I picked up the racquet, this sport has given me everything.The cheers and jeers, highs and lows, all the achievements and the disappointments as well.Indebted to Badminton that has taught me way of life 🙌#NationalSportsDay2023 pic.twitter.com/ViBLLnwkdM
— Pvsindhu (@Pvsindhu1) August 29, 2023

सभी देशवासियों को राष्ट्रीय खेल दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ और हॉकी के जादूगर मेजर ध्यानचंद जी की जयंती पर उन्हें सादर नमन💐#sportsday #खेल #sports pic.twitter.com/lZjvGuZVAw
— Yogeshwar Dutt (@DuttYogi) August 29, 2023

My humble tributes to the hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chandji on his birth anniversary today as we celebrate National Sports Day in his memory and honour. Salute to all our athletes who represent India and to their grit and determination. Play on and keep going! pic.twitter.com/XNmrdg2Pgw
— P.T. USHA (@PTUshaOfficial) August 29, 2023

Celebrating the birth anniversary of a legend. #NationalSportsDay speaks for his legacy 🪄Remembering 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 on his 118th birth anniversary! 🫡#OneFamily #MumbaiIndians #MumbaiMeriJaan pic.twitter.com/N0sr7ZkJFI
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) August 29, 2023

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