New Delhi, Oct 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary by highlighting his pivotal role in uniting over 500 princely states and promoting the vision of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.’

Speaking at the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas event in Gujarat, Modi released a special coin and postage stamp in Patel’s honor and called his birthday a “Maha Parv of National Unity,” likening its importance to Independence Day and Republic Day.

He encouraged all citizens to take a pledge for national unity, reflecting on Patel’s belief in proactively shaping history rather than waiting for it. Modi also took an oath to uphold the nation’s unity and integrity.

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