NATIONAL Sports Daywas celebrated with great enthusiasm under the joint auspices of National Institute of Swimming and JD Sports Foundation at the Conference Hall, ManewadaBesa Road Swimming Pool. The event began with paying floral tributes to the portrait of hockey wizard Major Dhyanchand. Speaking on the occasion, former Joint Director, Sports Department, Government of Maharashtra, Dr Jaiprakash Duble,threw light on legendary Major Dhyanchand’s contribution to Indian hockey at the Olympics and the importance of  National Sports Day. He urged players to followDhyanchand’s discipline and patriotism. Former Headmaster of Keshav nagar High Schooland a swimming coach, Pradeep Keche was present as the chief guest.

 

In his speech, he highlighted the values of devotion, dedication and determination that Dhyanchand exemplified. A sports quiz based on the life and achievements of Major Dhyanchandwas alsoorganised which saw enthusiastic participation from alarge number of sports persons. The quiz was conducted by Arun Bute and the winners were awarded prizes. The program was compered by Prof Sham Falke while Jayant Duble, Shiv Chhatrapati Awardee and Secretary, JDSF proposed a vote of thanks.