Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday issued a call to citizens, urging them to take part in the 'Run for Unity' scheduled for October 31, thereby celebrating the spirit of togetherness and paying homage to the enduring legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on the occasion of his birth anniversary.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, "Join the Run for Unity on 31st October and celebrate the spirit of togetherness! Let's honour Sardar Patel's vision of a united India."
During Sunday's broadcast of the monthly radio programme 'Mann ki baat', Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered a tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who served as India's first Union Home Minister, portraying him as one of the greatest "luminaries" of modern times and emphasising that the latter undertook unparalleled efforts to safeguard the nation's unity and integrity.
In the 127th episode of his radio programme Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said, "Sardar Patel was one of the nation's greatest figures in modern times. His towering personality embodied many qualities. He was an exceptionally bright student, excelling in his studies both in India and Britain. He also became one of the most successful lawyers of his time."
In anticipation of the 150th birth anniversary of the 'Iron Man of India', PM Modi reflected on Patel's accomplishments, stating that the nation would remain indebted to him for his invaluable contributions in the roles of Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister.
"His tenure as the head of the Ahmedabad Municipality was also historic. He accorded top priority to cleanliness and good governance. We will all be forever indebted to him for his contributions as Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister," he said.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will mark the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who is popularly known as the Iron Man of India, on October 31 through the organisation of "Run for Unity" events throughout Uttar Pradesh.
Sardar Patel was the architect of a united India. When the country was gaining independence, the British conspired to divide India into several parts. Their aim was to ensure that India would never be united. But with his remarkable vision and strong will, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel strengthened national unity by merging 563 princely states into the Republic of India.
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