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India to celebrate Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel''s 150th birth anniversary with two-year nationwide festivities

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New Delhi | October 23, 2024 10:41:46 AM IST
To honour Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel''s monumental contributions, the Central 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 India from Kashmir to Lakshadweep remains indelible. To honour his monumental contributions, the government of India, 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."

https://x.com/AmitShah/status/1848936392409178537

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel''s birth anniversary is celebrated as National Unity Day, or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, on October 31.(ANI)

 
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