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National Sports Day 2026: Dhyan Chand’s 121st Anniversary

1 September 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSNational SportsDay 2026: DhyanChand’s 121stAnniversary1 September 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The country marked National Sports Day on 29 August 2026, tying the occasion to the 121st birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand.

Key facts

  • Date: 29 August, observed each year as National Sports Day.
  • Person honoured: Major Dhyan Chand.
  • 2026 milestone: his 121st birth anniversary.
  • Campaign: “Ek Ghanta Khel Ke Maidan Mein”.

Background

The day is observed in memory of Major Dhyan Chand, and the 2026 observance was accompanied by the “Ek Ghanta Khel Ke Maidan Mein” campaign.

Exam angle

  • Date of National Sports Day: 29 August.
  • Person linked with the day: Major Dhyan Chand.
  • Anniversary count in 2026: 121st.
  • Slogan of the 2026 campaign: Ek Ghanta Khel Ke Maidan Mein.

Test yourself

1. On which date is National Sports Day observed in India?

The notes state National Sports Day falls on 29 August.

2. National Sports Day commemorates which personality?

The day is observed in memory of Major Dhyan Chand.

3. Which birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand was marked on National Sports Day 2026?

2026 marked his 121st birth anniversary.

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