Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched a Unity March at Nilgiri in Balasore district on Thursday, marking the nationwide celebration of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary.

The Chief Minister described Nilgiri as the land of people’s strength and democratic spirit as the march from there continued to Mitrapur, covering nine kilometres. Thousands of students, youth, citizens, and government officials joined the procession. Students carried a 100 foot tricolour flag, symbolising unity and patriotism. ADVERTISEMENT

Earlier, Majhi offered prayers at Jagannath Temple and visited a photo exhibition on Balasore’s role in the freedom struggle and Patel’s life. Addressing a public gathering, he said the Unity March represents Indian identity and the duty of

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