National Unity Day (India)
National Unity Day was introduced by the Government of India in 2014.
| National Unity Day | |
|---|---|
| Significance | Celebrating the birthday of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel |
| Date | 31 October |
| Frequency | Annual |
The official statement for National Unity Day by the Home Ministry of India cites that the National Unity Day "will provide an opportunity to re-affirm the inherent strength and resilience of our nation to withstand the actual and potential threats to the unity, integrity and security of our country."[1]
The theme for 2016 celebrations was "Integration of India".[2]
In 2018 the holiday was celebrated in Gujarat with the dedication of the Statue of Unity, which honors and depicts Patel. It is the largest statue in existence.[3] This day was first created and launched by the Government of India in 2014. Madhavpur beach festival running for this festival
References
- Footnotes
- Notes
- "Observance of the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on 31st October", pib.nic.in, New Delhi: National Informatics Centre, Press Information Bureau, 24 October 2014
- "Nation observes Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on birth national unity day also known as anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel", Business Standard, 31 October 2016
- "India unveils world's tallest statue". BBC News. 31 October 2018. Retrieved 31 October 2018.
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