When was the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award renamed as Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award?
6th August 2021
The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, India's highest sporting honor, was renamed the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award on 6th August 2021 as a tribute to the legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. This change was approved by the Government of India to honor his unparalleled contributions to Indian sports.
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