To honour Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s monumental contributions, the Union government has announced a two-year nationwide celebration of his 150th birth anniversary, running from 2024 to 2026. This celebration will serve as a testament to his remarkable achievements and the spirit of unity that he epitomised.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a post on X, stating, “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 Bharat from Kashmir to Lakshadweep remains indelible. To honour his monumental contributions, the government of Bharat, under the leadership of PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, will commemorate his 150th birth anniversary with a two-year-long nationwide celebration from 2024 to 2026. This celebration will serve as a testament to his remarkable achievements and the spirit of unity that he epitomised.”
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
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary is celebrated as National Unity Day, or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, on October 31.
(with inputs from ANI)
