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National Sports Day 2025 was celebrated in India on August 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.
 
Key points:

• Date: August 29, 2025
• Theme: "Ek Ghanta, Khel ke Maidan Main"
• Nationwide sports and fitness movement from August 29 to 31
• Tribute to Major Dhyan Chand, the “Wizard of Hockey”
• Inauguration of new sports infrastructure like the Mondo track
• Record budget allocation for sports development in 2025-26
• Focus on promoting fitness and sports participation for all ages

These celebrations symbolized both honoring past sports legends and the launch of initiatives for a robust future sports culture in India.

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