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Modi pays tribute to Sardar Patel on National Unity Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid floral tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity, marking the nation's observance of National Unity Day. The annual commemoration honours the Iron Man of India's instrumental role in uniting the country's princely states following Independence.
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The tribute ceremony took place at the iconic monument dedicated to Sardar Patel, whose political acumen and diplomatic prowess were crucial in integrating the princely states into the Indian Union in the years following Independence. National Unity Day, observed on October 31 each year, commemorates the birth anniversary of the legendary freedom fighter and statesman who served as India's first Deputy Prime Minister.
Sardar Patel's legacy remains central to India's democratic fabric, as his efforts to consolidate the nation's diverse territories established the foundation for modern India's territorial and political unity. His contribution to the integration of over 500 princely states into the Indian dominion is regarded as a pivotal achievement in the country's post-Independence history.
The observance of National Unity Day underscores the government's commitment to honouring the contributions of key national figures who shaped the independent nation. The date has been officially recognized as a national occasion to celebrate the values of integrity and national cohesion that Sardar Patel championed throughout his political career.