India Marks Major Dhyan Chand’s Birth Anniversary with Fitness Push

Delhi – The birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand was observed across India as National Sports Day, bringing together officials from the Home, Sports and Parliamentary Affairs ministries. Amit Shah lauded Dhyan Chand’s “unmatched skill” and called for a nationwide spirit of fitness. Mansukh Mandaviya announced that millions of young people are already gathering in local fields to engage in sport, reinforcing the Fit India mission. He emphasized that a weekly hour on the field is essential for personal health and national prosperity. Kiren Rijiju reinforced the call, urging citizens to view sports as a vital element of everyday life, thereby strengthening India’s goal of becoming a global sports powerhouse.