National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas) is celebrated in India on October 31 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who played a major role in the political integration of India.
Patel is known as the “Iron Man of India” for his strong leadership and determination in uniting the country after independence. He was instrumental in convincing the princely states to join the Union of India, and he played a key role in drafting the Constitution of India.
National Unity Day is a reminder to all Indians of the importance of unity and integrity in the country. It is a day to celebrate the diversity of India and to reaffirm our commitment to upholding the values of democracy, pluralism, and secularism.
On National Unity Day, various events are organized across the country to promote national unity and integrity. These events include:
- Run for Unity: A nationwide marathon is held to increase awareness about the contribution of Sardar Patel to national integrity.
- National Unity Pledge: People across the country take a pledge to uphold the unity and integrity of India.
- Cultural events: Cultural events are organized to showcase the diversity of India and to promote understanding and respect among different communities.
The Government of India has also taken various steps to promote national unity and integrity. These steps include:
- Establishment of the Statue of Unity: The Statue of Unity, the world’s tallest statue, was inaugurated in Gujarat in 2018 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Patel.
- Launch of the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat program: This program aims to promote cultural exchange and understanding between different states and union territories of India.
- Inclusion of national unity and integrity in the school curriculum: The Government of India has directed all schools to include national unity and integrity in their curriculum.
National Unity Day is an important day for all Indians. It is a day to remember the sacrifices made by our freedom fighters to unite the country, and it is a day to reaffirm our commitment to upholding the values of democracy, pluralism, and secularism.
Mera Yuva Bharat