Unity March 2025: Honoring Sardar Patel's Legacy of National Unity

United Nations Ambassador Evans Afedi celebrated the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Sardar@150 Unity March, emphasizing his role in India's unification. The event highlighted ongoing initiatives promoting patriotism, unity, and sustainable development, aligned with India's vision of a united and self-reliant nation.

United Nations Ambassador Evans Afedi attended the closing ceremony of the Sardar@150 Unity March, where he paid tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, famously known as the Iron Man of India for unifying 562 princely states to form a cohesive nation.

Ambassador Afedi lauded Sardar Patel as an inspirational figure, not just for India but globally. He addressed the youth, whose participation in the rally with chants of unity and demonstrations of Indian culture reinforced the idea of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'—One India, Great India.

The Unity March, orchestrated by India's Ministry of Sports, represents more than just a homage to Sardar Patel, portraying a vibrant tribute that invigorates patriotism among young Indians. Afedi remarked that this youthful enthusiasm bodes well for India's future, instilling unity and nationalism among new generations.

The nationwide march commemorates Patel's 150th birth anniversary, aligning with national efforts toward unity and self-reliance under Prime Minister Modi's vision of Viksit and Atmanirbhar Bharat. Alongside the march, developmental activities like cleanliness drives, tree planting, and health camps aim to engage citizens in community-building efforts.

The 2025 Unity March comprises staged mobilizations across various districts, culminating in a national padyatra that continues to honor Sardar Patel's legacy of uniting India. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)