How Did Sardar Patel’s 150th Birth Anniversary Unite Vadodara?
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Key Takeaways
- Unity March was a significant event celebrating Sardar Patel's legacy.
- Large community participation showcased local engagement.
- Key political figures highlighted the importance of national unity.
- Tribal dance added cultural richness to the celebration.
- Chants of unity echoed throughout the event, reinforcing community spirit.
Gandhinagar, Nov 16 (NationPress) In celebration of the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a vibrant Unity March took place in Vadodara over the weekend, drawing a significant turnout of locals and elected officials. Many community members and representatives from social organizations enthusiastically joined the march.
This event, honoring the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who is recognized as the architect of a unified India and the Iron Man of the nation, was organized under the guidance of Gujarat Child Welfare Minister Manishaben Vakil.
The march featured notable attendees, including Dr. Hemang Joshi, MP for Vadodara, Dr. Jaiprakash Soni, President of BJP Vadodara Metropolitan, along with various saints and mahants.
A highlight of the Unity March was a captivating tribal dance, in which both Child Welfare Minister Manishaben Vakil and MP Dr. Hemang Joshi took part, embodying the essence of unity.
Dr. Hemang Joshi stated, 'In honor of our Iron Man, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a nationwide Unity March is being launched across the country. Gujarat is not lagging in this celebration, and individuals from all walks of life are embracing the spirit of unity that Sardar Patel championed.'
Minister Manisha Vakil emphasized, 'The Unity March is being conducted in various Assembly constituencies throughout the city to commemorate Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary. It is crucial that the contributions of our national heroes are not just recorded in history books, but that the public is actively engaged in recognizing their invaluable contributions.'
As locals and college students marched through the streets, celebrating the message of unity and a self-reliant India, chants of ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ and ‘Sardar Patel amar rahen’ echoed throughout the area.