The National Unity Day is commemorated this year with several political, cultural, and sporting activities to highlight Patel’s 150th birthday. He was considered the driving force behind the country’s integration.

In a post on X, regarding the anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized Patel’s commitment to national integrity, good governance, and public service.

Modi stated, “We also reaffirm our collective resolution to uphold his vision of a united, strong, and self-reliant India.”

The politician, who India immortalized in a 240-meter-tall statue, currently the tallest in the world, was a prominent Indian statesman and a key figure in the country’s struggle for independence.

Born on October 31, 1875, in Nadiad, Gujarat, Patel, known as the “Iron Man of India,” played a crucial role in shaping modern India, official sources underscored.

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