Murmu, Radhakrishnan and Amit Shah Mark National Unity Day
National Unity Day was marked with tributes from top constitutional and political leaders on Saturday, as President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Union Home Minister Amit Shah joined others in paying respects to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 151st birth anniversary.
The leaders reached Sardar Patel Chowk in New Delhi early in the morning and offered flowers at the statue of Patel, the nation’s ‘Iron Man’.
President Murmu offered her tribute at Sardar Patel Chowk and also paid floral homage at the Ganatantra Mandap of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Reflecting on Patel’s legacy, the President called him a leading warrior of the freedom movement and a key figure in shaping modern India. She noted his historic efforts in bringing the country together and establishing a strong administrative structure. Recalling that his birth anniversary is observed as National Unity Day in honour of his contribution to the nation’s unity and integrity, she called upon citizens to follow his ideals and work with commitment for a developed India.
Vice President Radhakrishnan also offered flowers at the statue at Sardar Patel Chowk on the occasion of the 151st birth anniversary.
In a post on X, he described the day as a moment to honour the vision of the leader whose legacy continues to guide India’s journey towards unity and progress. He said Patel’s life demonstrated the strength of national unity, unwavering resolve and selfless service.
Amit Shah, Hardeep Singh Puri and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta were also present at Patel Chowk to pay floral tribute to the statue.
Shah, too, took to X to convey greetings on National Unity Day. He described Patel as the Iron Man of India and a symbol of national unity. He credited Patel with bringing together princely states into one nation, laying the groundwork for All India Services, and standing with farmers during the Kheda and Bardoli satyagrahas.
He concluded by saying that Patel’s sacrifice and patriotism would continue to inspire citizens to build ‘One India, Best India’.