Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti is an annual celebration in India celebrated on October 31. The day marks the birth anniversary of one of India’s most revered leaders, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who is popularly known as the ‘Iron Man of India’. Patel played a key role in shaping post-independence India, particularly by integrating more than 560 princely states into a unified nation. His contributions towards building a strong and united India continue to inspire generations. Notably, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birthday is celebrated across India as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas or National Unity Day to honour his vision of national integrity. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti Wishes: Netizens Share Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Messages, Pictures and National Unity Day Quotes on Twitter To Honour India's First Deputy Prime Minister.

Vallabhbhai Jhaverbhai Patel served as the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of India from 1947 to 1950. He was a senior leader of the Indian National Congress, who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement and India's political integration. He was given the title ‘Sardar’, meaning ‘Chief’ in Hindi, Urdu, Bengali and Persian. He acted as the Home Minister during the political integration of India and the Indo-Pakistani War of 1947.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti 2024 Date

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti 2024 will be celebrated on Thursday, October 31.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti Significance

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti is an important day that honours the contributions and the enduring legacy of one of the great statesmen of all time. On this day, tributes are paid to the leader through various events and ceremonies. Public events such as Run for Unity are held across cities to spread the message of national unity and togetherness, highlighting Vallabhbhai Patel’s lifelong commitment to a united India.

Various events like speeches, essay competitions, and exhibitions are organised in schools, colleges, and institutions that highlight Patel’s contributions to India's freedom and unity.

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