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India is observing National Unity Day, also known as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, on October 31 to mark the 150th birth anniversary of the freedom fighter and architect of modern India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Celebrations related to national integration and cultural exchange are going on across the country.The Iron Man And The Call For UnityThe annual observance is a tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the countrys first Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs, who is fondly remembered for his monumental effort in successfully integrating over 560 princely states into the Union of India post-Independence. The day was officially recognised as National Unity Day by the Government of India in 2014.This years celebrations operate under the theme: Unity in Diversity.Nationwide And Regional CelebrationsEk Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative: The idea of a united India is also encouraged through the initiative Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, which was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 31, 2015. EBSB aims at establishing the emotional bonds between the states and UTs through structured linguistic, cultural, and educational exchanges, thus weaving a strong fabric of unity in diversity, says a PIB press release.Sardar@150 Campaign in Delhi: The Delhi government has launched a two-month-long campaign titled Sardar@150 to honour the iconic leader.Unity March: Today at 6:00 pm onwards, Unity Marches with the participation of NSS, NCC, students, and volunteers in all 11 districts of Delhi will begin from Patel Chowk and will go up to the National War Memorial.Education Minister Ashish Sood has called this campaign a tribute and a clarion call for the youth of India to embrace self-reliance, integrity, and national unity.Grand Celebrations at Ekta Nagar In Gujarats Ekta Nagar, formerly Unity Town, there will be a fortnight-long event called Bharat Parv from November 1 to 15.Marathon and Air Show: PM Modi has called upon citizens to join in the nationwide marathon event, Run for Unity. Additionally, the Indian Air Forces Surya Kiran team will conduct an air show as a tribute to Sardar Patels visionary leadership. Cultural Presentation: There will be Bharat Parv comprising cultural performances with a food festival showcasing different states. Development Projects: Infrastructure projects worth ₹280 crore are slated for inauguration at Ekta Nagar during the event week.ALSO READ | Andrew Mountbatten Windsor: Who Is The Disgraced Royal Now That King Charles Has Erased His Titles?
