Why is Major Dhyan Chand called "the magician of hockey"
The date of August 29 is recorded as many important events in the history of the country and the world. This date has historical significance in the context of sports in India. Major Dhyan Chand alias Dadda, the great hockey player who brought India's name to the country and the world, was born on this date in 1905. His birthday is celebrated as Sports Day in India. Apart from him, in 1949, a top scientist of India, K. Radhakrishnan was born. He led the Mars mission and India got success in sending Mangalyaan to Mars in the very first attempt. Major Dhyan Chand is a witness to the golden era of hockey in India. He dominated traditional Asian hockey with his sport, giving India a golden success in the hockey event of the Olympic Games. He was a true player and was inspired by Subedar Major Tiwari to play hockey. Dhyan Chand started playing hockey under his supervision. The birth anniversary of Dhyan Chand, who snatched the ball from the possession of the opposition playe