National Sports Day: Mansukh Mandaviya pays floral tribute to Major Dhyan Chand
Updated: Aug 29th, 2024
Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya paid floral tribute to hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand at the National Stadium at New Delhi on Sports Day.
The National Sports Day is celebrated annually in India on Aug 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. It was included in the list of celebratory days in India for the first time in 2012.
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse was also present during the event, which marked a significant tribute to the sports icon, whose legacy continues to inspire athletes across the country.
Following the tribute, Mandaviya and Khadse proceeded to the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium to promote the message of fitness and sports. Addressing the gathering, the sports minister, said “We have to make our nation ‘Viksit Bharat’ when we celebrate our 100 years of Independence in 2047”.
“In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of ‘Jo Khelenge, Wo Khilenge,’ we must all actively embrace sports. As one of the youngest nations globally, maintaining physical and mental well-being through sports is crucial to our progress,” he added.
Emphasising the environmental benefits of physical activity, Mandaviya advocated for cycling as a sustainable form of exercise. “Cycling is not only the best workout but also an eco-friendly mode of transport for short distances. It is a powerful tool against the challenges of global warming and climate change. Cycling is the best solution to pollution,” he remarked.
(This story was taken from a syndicated feed, and edited only for style by Gujarat Samachar Digital staff)
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