National Sports Day: Theme, Date, Significance, History And More!

On 29th August each year in India, National Sports Day is celebrated. It is a day celebrated to honor one of India's biggest sportsperson and hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. The day is celebrated on his birth anniversary and also marks the importance of sports and physical activity in our lives. Major Dhyan Chand had helped India win their first ever three consecutive Olympics gold medals as he along with the Indian hockey team had clinched gold in the Summer Olympics of 1928, 1932 and 1936. 

Major Dhyan Chand was known as the ‘The Wizard Of Hockey’. 

All You Need To Know About National Sports Day 

When Is National Sports Day Celebrated? 

National Sports Day is celebrated every year on 29th August all over India. 

Why Is National Sports Day Celebrated? 

National Sports Day is celebrated to honor the legacy of India's greatest hockey player- Major Dhyan Chand. It is celebrated each year on his birth anniversary. The day is also celebrated to spread awareness and importance of sports and physical activity in our lives. 

When Was National Sports Day Established? 

The National Sports Day was established back in 2012 by the Government of India. 

Significance Of National Sports Day 

The significance of National Sports Day is to remember Major Dhyan Chand and his extraordinary contribution towards Hockey as a sport and towards India. It commemorates his birth anniversary. 

Theme Of National Sports Day 2024 

The National Sports Day 2024 hopes to celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship while honoring Major Dhyan Chand. 

Important Milestones

One of the most important milestones ever since the beginning of National Sports Day is back in 2019 when the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi launched the Fit India Movement. This was done to encourage Indians to prioritize fitness and make it a part of their daily lives.