President Droupadi Murmu paid floral tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 151st birth anniversary, celebrated nationwide as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
Commemorating his legacy at Sardar Patel Chowk and Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President hailed Patel as the principal architect of modern India who integrated over 560 princely states.
Leaders across the political spectrum joined the nation in honoring the Iron Man of India, emphasizing his enduring vision for a unified republic.
President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday paid tributes on the 151st birth anniversary of 'Iron Man' Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and said his contribution as a leading warrior of the freedom struggle and a principal architect of modern India is unforgettable.
He played a historic role in the unification of the country and the establishment of a strong administrative system, she said in a post on X in Hindi.
Born in Nadiad, Gujarat, on this day in 1875, Patel was a pivotal figure in India's struggle for Independence. His birth anniversary is celebrated as National Unity Day.
"On the 151st birth anniversary of the 'Iron Man' Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, I offer him my humble tributes. His contribution as a leading warrior of the freedom struggle and a principal architect of modern India is unforgettable," the president said.
In honour of his incomparable contribution to the unity and integrity of the nation, we observe his birth anniversary as 'National Unity Day', she said.
"It is my wish that, drawing inspiration from his life and ideals, all citizens of the country work with dedication towards building a developed India," President Murmu said.
Patel was the first deputy prime minister and home minister of independent India.
Renowned for his exceptional leadership and unyielding commitment to national integration, he is fondly remembered as the "Iron Man of India."
She also paid floral tributes at his statue at the Patel Chowk here.
Besides President Murmu, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj also paid floral tributes to the Iron Man at the Sardar Patel Chowk.
The president also offered floral tributes to Sardar Patel at Gantantra Mandap, Rashtrapati Bhavan.
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