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Sakshi Malik Urges Youth To Embrace Fitness On National Sports Day

By IANS News August 29, 2025 • 13:22 PM View: 297

Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award: On the occasion of National Sports Day, former Olympic medallist Sakshi Malik extended her wishes to the nation and underlined the importance of fitness and sports in everyday life.

National Sports Day is celebrated every year on August 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, who played a key role in India winning three consecutive gold medals in the Olympic Games in 1928, 1932 and 1936.

“Today is National Sports Day. Congratulations to all of you. Games not only make us fit, but also teach us how to exercise. All of you should make games a part of your life. Stay fit and keep moving forward,” Malik told IANS, encouraging people to adopt an active lifestyle.

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