The day is celebrated every year on October 31. The day gently reminds citizens of India of the importance of unity and collective strength of the masses.
Happy National Unity Day!
The grand celebrations of National Unity Day are ready to take place on October 31 marking the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, one of India’s greatest leaders and the architect of the nation’s unity. A series of events will be held at the Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the occasion.
Officials have shared that this year’s celebration will be one of the most elaborate yet featuring a moving parade modelled after the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi.
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Born on October 31, 1875, in Nadiad, Gujarat, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was not just a freedom fighter but also an absolute visionary who shaped the foundation of modern India. He was a lawyer by profession but they the journey took a turn when he joined Mahatma Gandhi’s movement; first as the leader of the Kheda Satyagraha in 1918.
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His work during the Bardoli Satyagraha of 1928 made him a national hero. It also earned him the affectionate title of “Sardar”.
After India gained independence, Patel took on the historic challenge of uniting more than 560 princely states under one huge flag. First as a Deputy Prime Minister and then Home Minister, he put his efforts to turn the dream of a united India into reality.
Because of his firm leadership and unbreakable resolve, we rightly remember him as the Iron Man of India.
National Unity Day or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas was introduced in 2014 to honour Patel’s contribution to the nation. The day is celebrated every year on October 31. The day gently reminds citizens of India of the importance of unity and collective strength of the masses.
Kevadia, Gujarat: head of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on Oct 31, marking Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary.
Contingents from the BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB, NCC, and police units from Gujarat, Assam, Tripura, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab,… pic.x.com/wbqI3XBIiY
— IANS (@ians_india) October 29, 2025
Schools, colleges, and government institutions across the country organize a host of events. These range from debates and art competitions to cultural programs and public gatherings. All of this takes place to spread the message of unity.
The Statue of Unity that stands tall at 182 meters is the world’s tallest statue. It was unveiled on October 31, 2018 in honour of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The statue overlooks the Narmada River in Gujarat’s Kevadia. And, it has become one of India’s top tourist attractions.
Beyond being a monument, the site offers a complete cultural and natural experience. The Laser Light and Sound Show tells the story of Patel’s life and vision. The Valley of Flowers with over two million plants adds to the scenic beauty. The Sardar Sarovar Dam, which is one of the world’s largest concrete gravity dams, stands nearby.
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