National Unity Day 2023: Significance, Date, And Historical Background

Tuesday, 31 October 2023Newsdesk

In 2014, the government designated October 31 as National Unity Day as a tribute to Vallabhbhai Patel's legacy.

New Delhi 31 October 2023

As per news report of NDTV,Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India's first Home Minister, played a vital role in convincing several princely states to join India. His work in bringing the nation together earned him the nickname "Iron Man of India." In 2014, his birthday, October 31, was declared National Unity Day, or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, to honor his legacy. This day celebrates India's unity and pays tribute to Patel's efforts to keep the country united.

Source - NDTV