‘Run for Unity’ held in Karnal to mark Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary

To mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a ‘run for unity’ event was organised at NDRI Chowk on Friday to promote the message of national unity and integrity, inspired by Iron Man of India. Scores of people participated enthusiastically.

The programme was graced by Karnal MLA Jagmohan Anand as the chief guest, while Mayor Renu Bala Gupta attended as the guest of honour. All the guests offered floral tributes to Sardar Patel, after which the chief guest flagged off the run for unity, which started from NDRI Chowk, passed through Ambedkar Chowk, and concluded at Karna Stadium.

Addressing the gathering, MLA Anand said that Sardar Patel was a great visionary who dedicated his life to strengthening the unity and integrity of India. He reminded everyone that Patel’s leadership was instrumental in the integration of 565 states into one united nation after independence.

“Today is a day of pride and inspiration for every Indian as we celebrate the 150^th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel, who was India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister,” he said.

The MLA said that Mahatma Gandhi had conferred to Patel the title of ‘Iron Man’ for his firm determination and exceptional leadership. He also recalled Patel’s contribution to the Kheda Movement (1918) and Bardoli Satyagraha (1928), which earned him the title of “Sardar” from the women of Bardoli.

Speaking about the Statue of Unity, Anand said, “The Statue of Unity in Gujarat stands as a global symbol of India’s oneness and pays tribute to the man who made the dream of a united India come true.”

He emphasized that Patel’s life teaches the importance of strength through unity and urged citizens to uphold his ideals to build a stronger nation. He also administered the pledge of national unity to all participants.