Will You Join PM Modi for the Oct 31 'Run for Unity' to Honor Sardar Patel's Vision of an 'United' India?
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Key Takeaways
- Join the 'Run for Unity' on October 31.
- Commemorate Sardar Patel's 150th birth anniversary.
- Promote fitness and unity across India.
- Encourage participation from youth and communities.
- Honor the legacy of unity in diversity.
New Delhi, Oct 27 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday urged citizens to participate in the 'Run for Unity' on 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas', observed on October 31, to pay tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. In a post on X, PM Modi stated, "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."
This year, the nation celebrates the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel.
PM Modi also shared a message from Ekta Diwas Bharat, encouraging widespread participation in the 'Run for Unity'.
The message emphasized, "Our diversity is India's soul, and Sardar Patel wove it into unity. PM Modi carries this vision forward. Celebrate his 150th birth anniversary, join the Run for Unity and strengthen the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat!"
During his monthly radio program, 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi honored Sardar Patel, revered as the 'Iron Man of India', for his unwavering commitment to the freedom struggle.
He remarked that the nation owes a great deal to Sardar Patel for his vital roles as Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister.
"The 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel is a significant occasion for the entire country. Sardar Patel has been one of the greatest luminaries of the nation in modern times," PM Modi expressed.
Highlighting Patel's remarkable qualities, the Prime Minister noted, "He was an exceptionally brilliant student, excelling in his studies both in India and Britain. A successful lawyer of his time, he dedicated himself entirely to the freedom movement, inspired by Gandhiji."
"His contributions to numerous movements, from 'Kheda Satyagraha' to 'Borsad Satyagraha', are still remembered today. His leadership of the Ahmedabad Municipality was historic, prioritizing cleanliness and good governance. We will always be indebted to him for his contributions as Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister," PM Modi stated.
Furthermore, he noted that Sardar Patel established a solid foundation for India's bureaucratic structure and made "unparalleled efforts for the unity and integrity" of the country.
Every year, India commemorates Sardar Patel's birth anniversary with the 'Run For Unity', an event held in various locations across the country, bringing together runners of all levels to promote fitness while paying homage to the Iron Man of India.
"I urge everyone to join the Run For Unity being organized nationwide on October 31, Sardar Saheb's birth anniversary, and not just participate alone but bring others along. This should become an opportunity for youth awakening; this run for unity will fortify our togetherness. This will be our true tribute to that great luminary who united India," he added.