National Sports Day 2026 observed on 29 August
India observed National Sports Day on 29 August 2026, marking the 121st birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya led the celebration at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium near India Gate, New Delhi. This year’s edition centred on the nationwide "Ek Ghanta Khel Ke Maidan Mein" initiative.
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