Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award Renamed After Great Hockey Legend Major Dhayan Chand By PM Narendra Modi

Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award has been renamed to the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award on August 5 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. PM Narendra Modi tweeted, “Major Dhyan Chand was among India’s foremost sportspersons who brought honour and pride for India.” PM Modi stated that he was receiving requests from many to have the name of this award changed to pay a tribute to the great Indian hockey legend. This award was first introduced in the year 1991-1992 & was given to the best sportsperson of the year. It comprises a cash prize worth Rs 25 lakh, a medal & a certificate. The first recipient of this award was Indian grandmaster Vishwanathan Anand for his performances in the year 1991-1992. Watch the video to know more about the award.

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