NANTNAG, OCTOBER 31: To commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, popularly known as the ‘Iron Man of India’, and mark Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), the District Administration Anantnag Saturday organised a grand ‘Run for Unity’ rally, witnessed massive public participation and patriotic fervour.
The programme, as per an official statement, commenced from Sports Stadium Anantnag and culminated at Government Degree College (GDC), Anantnag.
Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, along with DIG, SKR, Javaid Iqbal Matoo and SSP Anantnag, Amod Ashok Nagpure led the Run for Unity, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from officers and officials of the civil and police administrations, besides students, youth and general public.
Addressing the gathering, Deputy Commissioner Anantnag highlighted the significance of the occasion and the invaluable contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel towards strengthening the unity and integrity of the nation. He emphasised that national unity and integrity are the cornerstones of a strong, peaceful and progressive nation.
He further observed that India’s strength lies in its unity in diversity and that every citizen has an important responsibility in safeguarding the sovereignty, integrity and democratic values of the nation.
The Deputy Commissioner also highlighted the importance of engaging youth in constructive activities. He called upon the younger generation to become ambassadors of peace, harmony and brotherhood and contribute towards building an inclusive and progressive society.
On the occasion, participants also took the National Unity Pledge with commitment to preserve the unity, integrity and security of the nation and strengthening the bonds of brotherhood, mutual respect and communal harmony among all citizens.
