Prime Minister Narendra Modi administered the National Unity Pledge during the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations in Gujarat’s Narmada district on Saturday. The event marked the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
At the Parade Ground, participants stood with their right hands extended and repeated the oath after the Prime Minister. They pledged to safeguard the country’s unity, integrity and security while spreading the message among fellow citizens.
The pledge stated, “I solemnly pledge that I will dedicate myself to preserving the unity, integrity and security of the nation and also strive to spread this message among my fellow countrymen.”
Participants also recognised Patel’s contribution to national integration and committed themselves to protecting internal security. The ceremony concluded with the slogan ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’.
BSF Officer Mrudula Lingaraju Leads Flag Guard
The ceremony began with the arrival of the national flag, as attendees stood and uniformed personnel presented the salute.
Border Security Force Assistant Commandant Mrudula Lingaraju commanded the national flag guard.
Officials described her as the BSF’s first woman parachute-trained officer. She has led the flag contingent at the National Unity Day parade for five consecutive years.
The programme also featured a display of flags representing Indian police forces to acknowledge their contribution to internal security. Lokesh Anand and Yogesh Solanki directed the presentation.
Officials said the annual observance seeks to strengthen national solidarity and renew the commitment to building a strong and self-reliant India.
Police and security personnel from across the country also participated in a march-past.
The programme highlighted forces involved in operations against Left-Wing Extremism and the Centre’s campaign for a ‘Naxal-free’ India.
Observed every October 31 near the Statue of Unity, Rashtriya Ekta Diwas commemorates Patel’s role in integrating princely states into India after Independence.
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