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Fatehabad, October 31 (IANS) On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Iron Man of India Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, state level National Unity Day was celebrated with enthusiasm in Fatehabad, Haryana on Friday.
Pradhan Naib Singh Saini flagged off the ‘Run for Unity’ program organized at the district headquarters from the Panchayat Bhawan.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister showered flowers on the participants and gave the message of national unity by participating in the race.
Around 30,000 participants took part in the event held at MM College grounds.
Youth, women, sportspersons, students, social workers and public representatives participated with enthusiasm carrying the tricolor proudly in their hands. The entire city echoed with patriotic slogans of ‘Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat’.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister also administered the oath against drug abuse. Addressing the gathering, CM Saini said that National Unity Day is an opportunity to strengthen the spirit and soul of the nation.
He said, “Today, we are celebrating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The determination, courage and vision with which the Iron Man united India remains an eternal source of inspiration.”
The Chief Minister said that ‘Run for Unity’ is not just a physical activity but a symbol of national unity, integrity and discipline.
CM Saini said, “Lakhs of citizens across all the districts of Haryana are participating in this national pledge, contributing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘One India, Shreshtha Bharat’.”
He said that a strong nation is built by disciplined, responsible and aware citizens.
“This race inspires us with the values of tolerance, discipline and collective strength,” he said.
Referring to the historic decision of removing Article 370 and 35A from Jammu and Kashmir, the Chief Minister said that PM Modi has further strengthened the unity and integrity of India by fulfilling a dream started by Sardar Patel.
He described this step as a historic step towards realizing Sardar Patel’s dream of ‘Akhand Bharat’ and ‘One Nation, One Constitution, One Tricolour’.
Appreciating the enthusiasm and patriotism of the people gathered in Fatehabad, the Chief Minister said that the huge participation here proves that Sardar Patel’s dream of a united India lives in the heart of every resident.
–IANS
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