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Celebrating Sardar Patel's 150th Birth Anniversary: Unity and Integrity of India

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The Government of India has announced the grand parade to be held in Ekta Nagar on October 31 to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, an iconic figure in India's struggle for independence. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will take the salute of the parade, which will feature the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and police forces of several states showcasing their skills, discipline, and bravery.

Key Takeaways:

  • Sardar Patel's monumental task of uniting 562 princely states into one nation was accomplished within a short span of time, resulting in the map of modern India that we see today.
  • He resolved numerous challenges, including the police action in Hyderabad and the integration of Junagadh, and even foiled Pakistan's attempt to create a corridor through Indian territory.
  • The Statue of Unity has been established as an engineering marvel of India, with over 2.5 crore visitors from India and abroad having visited the site.
  • The grand parade will feature over 900 artists from across the country showcasing India's rich cultural heritage.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take the salute of the parade, which will conclude with a spectacular air show by the Indian Air Force's Surya Kiran team.
  • Sardar Patel's legacy has been recognized, with the Bharat Ratna being awarded to him after a delay of 41 years, and a grand memorial in his honor, the Statue of Unity, was built.
  • The opposition had attempted to erase Sardar Patel's legacy after his demise, but his contributions were eventually recognized and celebrated.
  • The 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel will be celebrated with a grand event, followed by a national parade on October 31 and Bharat Parv, a festival showcasing tribal culture, from November 1 to 15.

Statistics:

  • 562: The number of princely states that Sardar Patel united into one nation.
  • 15,000: The number of people who visit the Statue of Unity every day.
  • 2.5 crore: The number of visitors to the Statue of Unity from India and abroad.
  • 14: The number of additional tourist attractions developed around the Statue of Unity.
  • 90,000: The cubic meters of concrete used in the construction of the Statue of Unity.
  • 1,700: The tonnes of bronze used in the construction of the Statue of Unity.
  • 25,000: The tonnes of iron used in the construction of the Statue of Unity.

Sources:

  • Government of India, October 2025, Press Release: Grand Parade to be held in Ekta Nagar on October 31 to commemorate 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
  • Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah, October 2025, Press Conference in Patna, Bihar, regarding the celebration of the 150th birth anniversary year of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas- 2025.

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