February 26, 2021
Dhyan Chand was born on 29th August 1905 in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. He was an Indian hockey player and is regarded as one of the greatest players ever. He was famous for his tremendous goal scoring triumph. He won us three Olympic Gold Medals from 1928 to 1936. He was known as “Hockey Wizard” for his exceptional ball control.
Other Name: | The Wizard |
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Other Professions: | Hockey Coach Army Officer |
AWARD NAME | AWARD CATEGORY | RECEIPT YEAR | RECEIPT FIELD |
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Padma Bhushan | Civilian Award | 1956 | Sports |
Dhyan Chand died on 03-12-1979 at the AIIMS, in Delhi. Last days before his death, he spent in his hometown of Jhansi in Uttar Pradesh.
DEATHDAY | DEATH PLACE | DEATH COUNTRY |
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3 December, 1979 (Monday) | Delhi | India |
He was born to Sameshwar Dutt Singh and Sharadha Singh. He had two brothers named Roop Singh and Mool Singh. He was married to Janaki Devi. He had a son named Ashok Kumar.
Skin Colour | Fair |
Eye Colour | Brown |
Hair Colour | Salt & Pepper |
Home Town | Allahabad, United Provinces of Agra and Oudh, British India |
Nationality | Indian |
Religion | Hindu |
Address | Allahabad, United Provinces of Agra and Oudh, British India |
School | N/A |
College | Victoria College, Gwalior |
Qualification | Graduate |
Hobbies | Traveling, Reading, Playing Games |
Marital Status | Married |
Debut | International Hockey Debut - 1926 |
Salary | N/A |
Net Worth | N/A |
Official Website | N/A |
Favorite Color | Black |
Favorite Sport | Hockey |
Favorite Place | Hilly Areas |
Dhyan Chand was 74 years, 3 months & 4 days old age.