Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated all sports lovers across India on the occasion of National Sports Day. In a tweet, Mr Modi hoped that sports and sportsmanship will always shine in the society. <br/><br/>The Prime Minister also paid tributes to the legendary hockey player Dhyan Chand. On the eve of national sports day Prime minister met Rio Olympic champions silver medallist P V Sindhu, bronze medallist Sakshi Malik and gymnast Dipa Karmakar at his residence in New Delhi yesterday.<br/><br/>Besides, Mr Modi also met ace shooter Jitu Rai, Khel Ratna awardees, Dhyan Chand awardees, Dronacharya awardees, and Tenzing Norgay awardees. <br/><br/>Later after the meeting, Mr Modi tweeted that every Indian is proud of them. He said, a major role in the success of every athlete is the perseverance of their coaches. During the meeting, Sports Minister Vijay Goel was also present.