Participants reaffirm commitment to national unity, integrity on National Unity Day
BUDGAM, OCTOBER 31: The District Administration, Budgam, Saturday celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) with enthusiasm and patriotic fervour by organising a ‘Run for Unity’ rally to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose vision and leadership played a pivotal role in the unification of India.
The rally, as per an official statement, was led by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Jatin Kishore, and witnessed enthusiastic participation by hundreds of people, including local residents, particularly youth, schoolchildren and people from various walks of life.
SSP Budgam, Hariprasad KK, Additional Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Mehraj-ud-Din Shah, and other senior officers from the civil and police administrations also participated in the rally, reflecting their collective commitment to promoting national unity, harmony and integrity.
The rally commenced from Karipora Bridge and culminated at Railway Station Budgam, with participants enthusiastically joining the initiative to uphold the spirit of Ekta and contribute towards building a united, peaceful and progressive nation.
On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner administered the Ekta Pledge, during which participants reaffirmed their commitment to preserving the unity, integrity and security of the nation.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner appreciated the overwhelming public participation, particularly the enthusiasm displayed by students and youth. He said that Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is observed every year on October 31 to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose vision, leadership and invaluable contribution to the unification of the country continue to inspire generations.
The DC emphasised that the occasion serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility to strengthen national unity, integrity and social harmony. He urged people, particularly the younger generation, to uphold the values of mutual respect, brotherhood and togetherness and contribute meaningfully towards nation-building.
The Deputy Commissioner reiterated the District Administration’s commitment to promoting the ideals of unity and integrity through active public participation and collective efforts.
