Published: 30 October 2025India TV NewsGeneral
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025 Marks Sardar Patel's 150th Birth Anniversary
India celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) on October 31, 2025, marking the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India. Grand celebrations took place at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, the site of the Statue of Unity — the world's tallest statue at 182 metres. Events included a grand parade, cultural performances, air shows, and nationwide 'Run for Unity' marathons.
Declared by the Government of India in 2014, Rashtriya Ekta Diwas honours Patel's role in integrating 562 princely states into the Indian Union after independence. Sardar Patel served as India's first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister (1947-1950). The Sardar@150 Unity March was observed across all states and Union Territories.
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Q: Assess the historical and contemporary significance of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025, commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 150th birth anniversary and his role in integrating princely states.
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On 31 October 2025 India marked Patel's 150th birth anniversary with celebrations at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, beside the 182-metre Statue of Unity—the world's tallest. Declared a national observance in 2014, the day honours Patel, first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister from 1947-1950, who integrated 562 princely states into India.
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Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), observed on October 31, marks the birth anniversary of:
Explanation · Correct answer CRashtriya Ekta Diwas, declared by the Government of India in 2014, honours Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's role in integrating 562 princely states into India.
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What is Rashtriya Ekta Diwas and when is it observed?
**Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day)** is observed on **October 31** every year, commemorating the birth anniversary of **Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel**. It was declared by the Government of India in **2014** to honour his role in integrating the nation.
What is special about Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025?
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025 marks the **150th birth anniversary** of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India. Grand celebrations were held at **Ekta Nagar, Gujarat**, the site of the **Statue of Unity** — the world's tallest statue at **182 metres**.
Where is the Statue of Unity located and how tall is it?
The **Statue of Unity** is located at **Ekta Nagar, Gujarat**, on the Narmada River. It stands at **182 metres**, making it the **world's tallest statue**. It depicts Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and was inaugurated in 2018.
What events were held on Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025?
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025 featured a **grand parade, cultural performances, air shows**, and nationwide **Run for Unity** marathons at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat. It marked Sardar Patel's **150th birth anniversary** at the Statue of Unity site.
Why is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel called the Iron Man of India?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is called the **Iron Man of India** for his decisive role in **integrating over 500 princely states** into the Indian Union after Independence in 1947. Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is observed on his birth anniversary to honour this legacy.
