Amit Shah Pays Tribute to Sardar Patel on National Unity Day, Highlights His Role in Unifying India
New Delhi, October 31: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary, observed across the country as National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas), recalling his historic contribution to India's political, geographical and cultural integration.
In a social media post, Shah said that the occasion was being marked nationwide with renewed commitment to national unity and integrity. He noted that a pledge for national unity was administered at an event held in New Delhi, followed by the flagging off of the 'Run for Unity'.
Highlighting Sardar Patel's enduring legacy, the Home Minister said that he worked tirelessly to strengthen India's unity and laid the foundation of a strong and integrated nation by bringing hundreds of princely states and territories together after Independence.
Shah observed that Patel's vision and determination played a defining role in shaping modern India, enabling the country to preserve its rich heritage while progressing towards the goal of becoming a developed nation.
He further emphasised that National Unity Day serves as a reminder of Sardar Patel's unparalleled contribution and the importance of safeguarding the unity, integrity and collective strength of the country. ANB
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