Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tributes to legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand, and congratulated all sportspersons and…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Photo: PIB)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tributes to legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand, and congratulated all sportspersons and enthusiasts on the occasion of National Sports Day.
In a series of tweets, Modi said, “On #NationalSportsDay, I congratulate all sportspersons and sports enthusiasts who pursue sports with great vigour and passion.”
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“I pay tributes to the exemplary Major Dhyan Chand, whose legendary sporting skills did wonders for Indian hockey,” he tweeted.
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Modi said India is blessed with immense sporting talent.
and to harness this potential, a portal was launched by the Sports Ministry.
“The #NationalSportsTalentSearchPortal gives essential direction and support to youngsters to pursue their sporting aspirations and shine,” he said.
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