Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Integration Day)

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Integration Day) was celebrated in our department on October 31, 2014. We took the pledge on this occasion as event provide an opportunity to re-affirm the inherent strength and resilience of our nation to withstand the actual and potential threats to the unity, integrity and security of our country. It aimed to highlight vision and actions of late Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Vallabhbhai Jhaverbhai (Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel ) (31 October 1875 – 15 December 1950) was an Indian barrister and statesman, one of the leaders of the Indian National Congress and one of the founding fathers of the Republic of India. He was a social leader who played a leading role in the country's struggle for independence and guided its integration into a united, independent nation. He was raised in the countryside of Gujarat.  Vallabhbhai Patel was employed in successful practice as a lawyer. He rose to the leadership of the Indian National Congress and was at the forefront of rebellions and political events, organising the party for elections in 1934 and 1937, and promoting the Quit India movement. Often known as the "Iron Man of India" or "Bismarck of India", he is also remembered as the "Patron Saint" of India's civil servants for establishing modern all-India services.

Oath

“I solemnly pledge that I dedicate myself to preserve the unity, integrity and security of the nation and also strive hard to spread this message among my fellow countrymen," the pledge reads. "I take this pledge in the spirit of unification of my country which was made possible by the vision and actions of late Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. I also solemnly resolve to make my own contribution to ensure internal security of my country.”

“Run for Unity”

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