National Sports day : 29th August
India celebrates the National Sports Day on 29 August every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand Singh.
The day reminds all of us to recall the contributions, determination and extraordinary achievements of the athletes and their influence in shaping societies. The National Sports Day was celebrated first time on August 29, 2012. India is celebrating the 12th anniversary of Rashtriya Khel Divas on this year.
Theme of National Sports Day 2023:
The theme for the National Sports Day 2023 is "Sports are an enabler to an inclusive and fit society".
History of celebrating this day:
The root of India's National Sports Day is linked to the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand Singh who is believed to be the most revered sporting legends of India. He is one of the most popular names in the game of hockey.
He ruled the world of hockey with his delightful stick work and understanding of the game that earned him the moniker of 'Hockey Wizard' and 'The Magician'.
Major Dhyan Chand:
Born: 29 August 1905 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
He started off his career with the British Indian Army. His career had long run from 1926 to 1948 and ended as one of the greatest hockey players of all time after having represented India 185 matches and scored over 400 goals during this period.
He mesmerized the world with his skills as India won three consecutive Olympic Hockey gold medals in 1928, 1932, and 1936.
Significance of National Sports Day:
The National Sports Day celebration provides a platform to encourage people of all ages to embrace physical fitness.
It also stressed on the importance of regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle. It warns the people against of implications of sedentary lifestyle and related diseases.
Sports own the power to hold people together regardless of their background, language, or beliefs thus it can unite the people without any discrimination.
Question & Answer:
Q1. On which day India celebrates National Sports Day every year?
Ans. 29th August
Q2. Whose birth anniversary is celebrated as National Sports Day?
Ans. Hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand
Q3. What is the theme of National Sports Day 2023?
Ans. Sports are an enabler to an inclusive and fit society
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