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Committed To Making India Global Hub For Sporting Excellence: PM Modi Extends Greetings On National Sports Day

By IANS News August 29, 2025 • 09:08 AM View: 623

Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt greetings to the nation on the occasion of National Sports Day, celebrated annually on August 29 to honour the legendary hockey icon Major Dhyan Chand.

Reflecting on India’s evolving sporting landscape, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the government’s dedication to fostering a culture of sports and fitness, strengthening institutional support for athletes, and expanding access to modern training and competition venues across the country.

TAGS PM Modi National Sports Day Prime Minister Narendra Modi Major Dhyan Chand Prime Minister Major Dhyan Chand Ji National Sports Day Youth Affairs Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium Union Home

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