Dhyan Chand Award is India's highest award for lifetime achievement in sports and games, given by the Government of India. The award is named after the legendary Indian hockey player Dhyan Chand. The award was initiated in 2002. The award carries a cash prize of INR 5 lakh (500,000 rupees), a plaque and a scroll of honour.
In August 2013, 4 individuals were awarded the Dhyan Chand Award:
Syed Ali (Hockey),
Mary D'Souza (Sequeira) (Athletics),
Anil Maan (Wrestling) and
Giriraj Singh (Para-Sports).
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