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Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award renamed to Major Dhyan Chand Kehl Ratna Award

By : ABP News Bureau | 06 Aug 2021 01:28 PM (IST)

The highest sporting honour in India, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna has now been renamed as Major Dhyan Chand Kehl Ratna Award. Announcing the news, PM Narendra Modi said, that he had received requests from people across the country to name the award after the Indian Hockey legend. Therefore, respecting their wishes, the name has been altered. Watch the video to know more about the story. Stay connected for regular updates.

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