National Sports Day 2026 | A Tribute to Major Dhyan Chand
The National Service Scheme (NSS) Unit, and Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) Unit, UEM Jaipur, celebrated National Sports Day on 29th August 2026, paying a heartfelt tribute to the legendary hockey wizard, Major Dhyan Chand.
More than 80 students enthusiastically participated in the celebration, which promoted the values of physical fitness, teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
The programme commenced with students gathering at the Basketball Court, where a respectful tribute was paid to Major Dhyan Chand. This was followed by an inspiring speech by a student named Anshul Pathak highlighting his remarkable contribution to Indian sports and the importance of sports in the overall development of an individual.
On this occasion, students also took a National Sports Day Pledge, reaffirming their commitment towards physical fitness, a healthy lifestyle, discipline and the true spirit of sportsmanship.
As a tribute to the immense legacy and contribution of Major Dhyan Chand, three sporting matches were organised in his memory:
Basketball Match
Badminton Match
Football Match
All three matches were played in the memory of Major Dhyan Chand, reflecting his inspiring legacy and his invaluable contribution to Indian sports. The events encouraged students to demonstrate teamwork, dedication, discipline, perseverance and the true spirit of fair play.
Through this celebration, the NSS Unit and UBA Unit of UEM Jaipur encouraged students to make sports and physical activity an integral part of their lives and to uphold the values that Major Dhyan Chand represented throughout his remarkable sporting journey.
Let us celebrate the spirit of sports and work together towards building a Fit, Healthy & Active India.
Jai Hind!
NSS Program Officer
Dr. B. S. Yadav
UBA Coordinator
Prof. Dipta Mukherjee
Assistant NSS Coordinators
Prof. Rajni
Prof. Vishal Dabi
