Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award renamed as Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award

The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, the highest sporting honour of India, has been renamed Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Friday. The renaming recognises the ultimate hockey hero and legend of the sport, Dhyan Chand. The Prime Minister said the move was based on the numerous requests he … Continue reading Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award renamed as Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award