Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh on Friday joined the nation in paying rich tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary, which is celebrated as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day). Governor S Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan led the state in remembering the ‘Iron Man of India’ for his unmatched role in unifying the nation.

Governor Abdul Nazeer describing Patel as a nationalist and statesman whose leadership transcended caste, creed, and religion, said, “His vision of unity continues to guide the nation. His patriotism and commitment to integration remain an enduring inspiration.”

Chief Minister Naidu, offering floral tributes at the Secretariat, described Patel as a great visionary who not only secured India’s uni

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