Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary, describing him as the architect of Akhand Bharat and the Iron Man of India. He said Patel’s sacrifice and dedication continue to inspire the vision of a developed and self-reliant Bharat.
In a post on X, PM Modi said Patel devoted his life to building a strong, prosperous and capable India. He described Patel’s service to the nation as a profound source of inspiration.
October 31 marks National Unity Day, which commemorates Patel’s birth anniversary and his contribution to integrating princely states into the Indian Union after Independence.
अखंड भारत के प्रणेता देश के लौह पुरुष सरदार वल्लभभाई पटेल को उनकी जयंती पर सादर नमन। उन्होंने एक सशक्त, समृद्ध और समर्थ भारत के निर्माण के लिए अपना जीवन समर्पित कर दिया। मां भारती की सेवा में उनका त्याग और समर्पण विकसित एवं आत्मनिर्भर भारत के निर्माण के लिए बहुत बड़ा प्रेरणास्रोत है।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 31, 2026
Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Patel and greeted citizens on National Unity Day. He recalled Patel’s courage and foresight in uniting hundreds of princely states and laying the foundation for a strong India.
Shah credited Patel with establishing the All India Services and strengthening the country’s administrative system. He also highlighted Patel’s role in the Kheda and Bardoli Satyagrahas, which championed farmers’ rights. Shah said Patel’s sacrifice and patriotism would inspire citizens to build ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari described Patel as a symbol of national unity and integrity. He said Patel’s determination and contribution to nation-building would inspire generations.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also paid tribute to Patel. He said Patel’s life reinforced the importance of national unity and the spirit of ‘Nation First’.
Patel served as India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister. His leadership in integrating hundreds of princely states earned him the title ‘Iron Man of India’.
The Centre has observed October 31 as National Unity Day since 2014 to promote national unity, integrity and solidarity.
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