Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was born on October 31, 1875 into a humble farmer’s family in Karamsad, Gujarat. Through sheer determination and hard work, he pursued higher education.
The CM said that the Run For Unity is a nationwide yagya (sacrifice) dedicated to the country's unity and integrity.
Vice President of India Venkaiah Naidu and other leaders also paid tribute to the Iron Man of India.
“This statue was not only a true tribute to Bharat Rattan Sardar Patel but would also emerge as a major tourist destination of the country,” he added.
