On August 29th every year, India remembers the legendary hockey player Major Dhyanchand, who brought glory and pride to the nation with his exceptional talent and skills. This year, on his death anniversary, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari paid a humble tribute to the hockey magician by recalling his outstanding contributions to Indian hockey.
Major Dhyanchand, also known as ‘The Wizard’, was a true icon who dominated the field of hockey and won several accolades and medals. He played a pivotal role in India’s gold medal victories at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics, and the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics.
In his tribute, Nitin Gadkari highlighted Major Dhyanchand’s dedication to the game and his unwavering spirit to bring glory to the nation. Gadkari also emphasized the need to remember and celebrate the contributions of such legendary figures who have brought pride and honor to India.
