Vikrant Shekhawat : Oct 31, 2024, 09:51 AM
National Unity Day: On the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Sardar Patel at a grand event in Kevadia, Gujarat and administered the oath of national unity. Celebrating Sardar Patel's birth anniversary as 'National Unity Day', PM Modi paid floral tribute to the Statue of Unity and participated in the parade at this event. On this occasion, PM Modi said that Sardar Patel's life was dedicated to the unity, sovereignty and integrity of the country, and he served as an inspiration for future generations.PM Modi's social media messagePM Modi expressed his respect for Sardar Patel on the social media platform X and wrote, "My salutations to Bharat Ratna Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary. Protecting the unity and sovereignty of the nation was the top priority of his life. His personality and work will continue to inspire every generation of the country." Through this message, the Prime Minister made it clear that the life and work of Sardar Patel is an invaluable heritage for our nation.Celebration of Sardar Patel's 150th Birth AnniversaryThe Prime Minister announced that for the next two years, the country will celebrate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel. This period of two years will be a tribute to his extraordinary contribution, with every government initiative and mission reflecting national unity. PM Modi also said that when India gained independence, many people in the world did not believe that India would be able to form a unified nation by joining hundreds of princely states. But Sardar Patel's realistic thinking, unwavering loyalty to truth, love for humanity and dedication to the nation made it possible.National Unity Day and Statue of UnityEvery year on October 31, Sardar Patel's contribution is remembered by celebrating 'National Unity Day'. After independence, Sardar Patel laid the foundation of a united India by integrating more than 563 princely states. A symbol of his contribution, the Statue of Unity, built in Kevadia, Gujarat, is the tallest statue in the world and it is a symbol of Sardar Patel's unwavering resolve and national unity.Contribution of India's first Home MinisterAs the first Home Minister of India, Sardar Patel played an important role in the integration of the country. His wisdom and determination helped in making India a strong and sovereign nation. Foreign powers were conspiring to weaken India at that time, but Sardar Patel's efficient strategy and foresight foiled all these conspiracies. Due to his efforts, India became the largest democracy in the world and today the credit for this situation goes to Sardar Patel's political vision and determination.ConclusionSardar Vallabhbhai Patel is such a hero of Indian history who made India a symbol of unity, integrity and sovereignty through his deeds. It is a matter of pride for us to take the oath of unity on behalf of Prime Minister Modi on his birth anniversary and honor his contribution. His ideals, his principles, and his struggles will continue to inspire every generation of our country.
