October 31 marks the birth anniversary of India's first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Every year this day is celebrated as National Unity Day or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas. Also read National Unity Day 2020: 10 powerful quotes by Sardar Vallabhbhai PatelSignificance of National Unity DayNational Unity Day is observed every year to acknowledge the efforts of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to unite the nation. The National Unity Day also aims to spread awareness about Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's contribution to Indian history. Different events, webinars and seminars are organised in different parts of the country every year on National Unity Day.

Source: dna October 31, 2021 02:05 UTC