Sports

National Sports Day 2026

Published on 31 Aug 2026

Observed annually on 29 August to honour Major Dhyan Chand’s birth anniversary (1905).
“Wizard of Hockey” led India to Olympic golds in 1928, 1932 and 1936 (captain in Berlin, 8-1 win over Germany).
Awarded Padma Bhushan in 1956.
2026 theme: “Tribute, Play and Move”; celebrated 28–30 August with sports events and fitness campaigns.
Linked to Fit India Movement (launched 2019) and National Sports Awards (now Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna).
Hockey is not India’s official national sport.

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