Question:
National Sports Day or Rashtriya Khel Divas which is celebrated on 29th August every year is celebrated as a tribute to legend ___________?
National Sports Day or Rashtriya Khel Divas which is celebrated on 29th August every year is celebrated as a tribute to legend ___________?
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National Sports Day is celebrated in honor of Major Dhyan Chand, who is regarded as one of the greatest hockey players in history.
Updated On: Mar 10, 2025
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National Sports Day is celebrated on 29th August every year to honor Major Dhyan Chand, a legendary Indian hockey player. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest hockey players of all time and was instrumental in India`s success in international hockey tournaments.
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