The 150th birth anniversary of the Iron Man and architect of a united India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel will be celebrated on 31st October at the Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar Gujarat, reflecting the spirit of ‘’Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.,’’ Inspired by Prime minister Narendra Modi Patel’s birth anniversary is celebrated across the country as National Unity Day. Modelled on the Republic Day Parade held every year on January 26in New Delhi ,a moving parade will be organised this year on October 31 at Ekta Nagar National unity is the heart and soul of India and it should be maintained at all costs and sacrifices. Our freedom fighters and national heroes have sacrificed a lot and more so our national hero and unifier of India Sardar Patel had toiled a lot for unifying the vast country called Bharat and it in fact goes to the credit of this great icon of our nation that we are today a nation unified amidst diversities. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was born on 31st of October ,1875, He was born in Nadiad, Gujarat and was popularly known as Sardar Patel. In 2025 grateful nation is celebrating 150 anniversaries of Sardar Patel across the country with great enthusiasm.
In, this regard various functions and programmes are being held throughout the country at the government level and privately also. On the auspicious occasion of the birth anniversary of Sardar Patel, let us resolve to work for maintaining national unity integrity and sovereignty even if it involves giving sacrifices and the citizens should be ready to undergo sacrifices for upholding unity and integrity of the country. National unity day is annually celebrated on the 31st October which is the birth day of the iron man of India-Sardar Patel. The significance /importance of national Unity Day can neither be overlooked nor exaggerated and great importance should be attached to this day of our national importance. It is the day our great national hero and unifier as well as the architect of national unity -Sardar Patels birth day is celebrated across the country.
This important day reminds the citizens about the invaluable sacrifices undergone by our freedom fighter and national heroes for attaining the independence and also for upholding and maintaining the much valued freedom for the country and on this important occasion let us rededicate ourselves for upholding the integrity and unity of the country while preserving countries diversity for which India is famous in the world .National Integration day ,a significant occasion to promote unity, harmony and inclusiveness was commemorated on 30th October 2024 in National Commission for Minorities NCM ,in honour of the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel .Actually the national integration day is annually celebrated on 31st of October to remember national hero and architect of the country’s unity Sardar Patel. This day reminds the citizens of the value and need to work for maintain national unity and integrity. On this day while remembering the exemplary contribution of Sardar Patel towards unity of the nation. it is also emphasis is also laid on the importance of embracing cultural, linguistic and regional differences, fostering a sense of belongingness amongst all citizens.
This day also reminds the citizens about the strength of diversity in which lies the beauty of this great country. On this day school children are reminded that it is the day on which government of India fulfilled the dream of iron man of India by implementing a constitution in Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir. On 31st October we take pledge to uphold, safeguard and maintain the unity, integrity and diversity as well as inclusiveness of this land called Bharat. unity of the country was made possible by the vision and actions of Sardar Patel to whose credit goes the integration and unity as well as merger of more than 530 princely states including Muslim majority Hyderabad .
Only Jammu and Kashmir’s merger was kept with the then prime minister J.L.Nehru and see what has happened with this princely state as it is still festering wound on the face of mother India, though some positive development has happened after August 2019 as the most controversial Article 370 was scrapped and it paved way for the full integration of Jammu and Kashmir with the union of India. India is a multidimensional country with many diversities as there are many religions, languages, cultures and traditions and so there is utmost need and necessity of maintaining unity amid diversity and in this lies the strength and greatness of India.
We should carry all people with us as all are the sons of mother India and the country belongs to all people irrespective of their religion, language, customs, traditions, dresses and their eating habits. This peculiar and unique diversity has made national unity and integrity more important and necessary as all people should be allowed to grow in this country as it belongs to all .The day aims to spread awareness about Sardar Patel’s contribution to Indian history and provides an opportunity to reconnect the inherent strength and resilience of our country ,face real and potential threats to unity and integrity ,and the security of our country will do it .
National integration day is important for fostering unity, harmony and peace by emphasizing a common national identity among people of diverse cultures, religions, and languages .The day serves as a reminder that a nations strength lies in its diversity and all citizens should respect and embrace their cultural, linguistic and regional differences. It helps people recognise their shared identity as citizens of a single country, despite belonging to various communities, religions and castes. By, focusing on shared goals and a common purpose, it strengthens national identity and pride. It combats divisive forces like religious extremism and separatism, which can threaten the nations secular and democratic fabric. It encourages cooperation among all groups, which is essential for national development and stability. It is a day to raise awareness through events like speeches, debates, and cultural programmes, helping to make the concept of national integration more widespread and meaningful. October 3st is celebrated in India as National Unity Day [Rashtriya Ekta Diwas], commemorating the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The day honours his role in integrating India’s princely states and promoting the nations unity, integrity, and solidarity. The day is dedicated to the ‘’iron man of India’’for his leadership in uniting over 560 princely states into Indian union after independence. It serves as a reminder of the values of unity, integrity, and inclusiveness in a diverse nation. Celebrations reinforce the importance of national solidarity and Patel’s crucial role in building modern India.
National unity- day serves as a reminder of the values that Sardar Patel embodied -unity, integrity, and inclusiveness. In country as diverse as India, with myriad cultures, languages, and religions, fostering sense of unity is essential for national progress. The day encourages citizens to reflect on the importance of coming together to overcome challenges, celebrate diversity and promote harmony. The celebration of National Unity Day is marked by various events and activities across the country. Government institutions, schools, colleges, organise a number of events to spread awareness about importance of unity. One of the key highlights of the day is the Run for Unity, a nationwide marathon held to honour Sardar Patel’s vision of united India. In 2025, nation is celebrating 11th national unity -day with great fanfare and fervour. Let us resolve to uphold and maintain national unity at any cost. This,will be the best tribute to Sardar Patel the unifier of modern India.

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