Guwahati, Aug 29 (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday paid homage to the legendary hockey icon Major Dhyan Chand, commemorating his birth anniversary. He remarked that Assam is making significant progress in establishing itself as a sports epicenter.
“On this National Sports Day 2025, we fondly remember the iconic Major Dhyan Chand,” Sarma conveyed through a post on X.
He further emphasized, “Assam has made monumental advancements in the sports arena — focusing on player welfare, fostering modern infrastructure, and initiatives like Khel Maharan. Our aim is to position Assam among India’s foremost sports hubs.”
The anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand’s birth is celebrated nationwide as National Sports Day.
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