Govt to commemorate 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel with two-year-long programme

At present, the Indian government has declared that the nation will celebrate Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary for two years from 2024 to 2026. Here, it is concentrating on his landmark contribution towards India’s unity and democracy.

The Union Home Minister made an announcement

Union Home Minister Amit Shah took to X, stating that Patel’s legacy was a long-life one-a visionary leader who played a crucial role in unifying India from Kashmir to Lakshadweep. “Sardar Patel Ji’s indelible legacy as the visionary behind the establishment of one of the world’s most robust democracies and his pivotal role in unifying India remain as invaluable,” Shah said.

Sardar Patel Ji’s enduring legacy as the visionary behind the establishment of one of the world's most robust democracies and his pivotal role in unifying India from Kashmir to Lakshadweep remains indelible. To honor his monumental contributions, the government of India, under…

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 23, 2024

National Unity Day

The nation observed his birthday as National Unity Day, otherwise known as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, on October 31. The coming celebration thus stands testimony to his great success and the spirit of unity he embodied.

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