Lucknow, Aug. 29 -- On the occasion of National Sports Day, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday paid heartfelt tribute to the "Hockey Magician" Major Dhyan Chand and said that every player is a hero of society in their own right. He emphasised that every citizen should embody the spirit of a sportsperson, dedication to the nation, discipline, coordination, and the pursuit of excellence in life, a release said.

Marking the occasion, the Chief Minister felicitated 88 medal-winning players from Uttar Pradesh with prize money and handed over appointment letters to newly selected assistant sports trainers. During the ceremony, the Sports Minister honoured the Chief Minister with an angvastra and a memento. The Chief Minister also felicit...