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National Sports Day Initiatives
Why in news?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the nation's youth and sportspersons as part of the 'Khelo India Samvaad – Khel Ki Baat, PM Ke Saath' initiative, ahead of National Sports Day.
Key points
- The event is scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026, two days before National Sports Day (August 29).
- The address will connect youth and athletes across over 1,500 locations nationwide.
- Participating institutions include IITs, IIMs, NITs, AIIMS, and other leading educational bodies.
- The initiative aims to foster dialogue between youth and policymakers on sports.
- Key excerpts from the PM's Independence Day message on youth power will be showcased.
Background & context
National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29, the birth anniversary of hockey legend Dhyan Chand.
★ Prelims fact capsule
National Sports Day is observed on August 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Dhyan Chand.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper 1 (Society - Sports), GS Paper 2 (Governance - Government Policies and Interventions)