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MP Governor's Unity Day Pledge: Honoring Sardar Patel's Legacy Amid Celebrations

Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel led a special Unity Day ceremony at Raj Bhavan on Sardar Patel's 150th birth anniversary. All employees and officials took an oath to preserve national unity and security. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav flagged off the Run for Unity event in Bhopal. The celebrations honored Sardar Patel's crucial role in uniting India after independence.

Key Points: MP Governor Administers Unity Day Oath to Raj Bhavan Employees

  • Governor Mangubhai Patel administers Unity Day oath to all Raj Bhavan employees and officials
  • CM Mohan Yadav flags off Run for Unity event in Bhopal
  • Ceremony honors Sardar Patel's role in uniting India after independence
  • Officials pledge to preserve national unity and ensure internal security
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Nation Unity Day: MP Guv administers oath to Raj Bhavan employees

Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel leads Unity Day oath ceremony at Raj Bhavan, honoring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 150th birth anniversary with tributes and pledges.

"I solemnly pledge to dedicate myself to preserving the unity, integrity and security of the nation - Unity Day Oath"

Bhopal, Oct 31

Madhya Pradesh Governor, Mangubhai Patel, on Friday administered the oath of 'Unity Day' to Raj Bhavan employees while paying glowing tributes to legendary freedom fighter Vallabhbhai Patel on his 150th birthday anniversary.

The Governor, who also belongs to Gujarat, the home state of 'Iron Man' Vallabhbhai Patel, offered floral tributes before his portrait at an event and paid homage to remember his contribution to make India united and strong.

Raj Bhavan also organised the 'unity day' oath ceremony, and the officials, including Principal Secretary to the Governor, Navneet Mohan Kothari, Additional Secretary Umashankar Bhargava and all officers and employees, participated in it.

"I solemnly pledge to dedicate myself to preserving the unity, integrity and security of the nation and to strive to spread this message among fellow countrymen. I take this pledge in the spirit of unity of my country, made possible by the foresight and actions of Vallabhbhai Patel. I also solemnly resolve to contribute to ensuring internal security of my country with sincerity," they all recited the oath.

In a separate event, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav flagged off the 'Run for Unity' in Bhopal, organised to celebrate National Unity Day, and he remembered how the freedom fighter got his title of 'Sardar' following his role in the Bardoli Satyagraha

"After the Bardoli andolan, Vallabhbhai Patel was known as the title of 'sardar'. After that, whether it was the Salt March or whatever other freedom movement which were started by Mahatma Gandhi. But Vallabhbhai Patel was the backbone of all movements (during the freedom struggle) and ensured their success. All his steps are relevant even to this day," Yadav said.

Bardoli, located in the now Surat district of Gujarat, was part of the Bombay presidency in British India. Site of the Bardoli Satyagraha, the movement was initiated in 1928 against the Britishers with the aim to oppose the heightened taxation of 22 per cent imposed on farmers.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the sentiment, I hope these oath ceremonies translate into actual work for national integration. We need more than symbolic gestures - we need policies that truly unite all Indians regardless of region or background.
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Arjun K
The Bardoli Satyagraha mentioned in the article shows how Sardar Patel fought for farmers' rights. His principles are still relevant today when our farmers are facing challenges. Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan! 🙏
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Michael C
As someone working in India for the past 5 years, I find these cultural celebrations fascinating. The 'Run for Unity' event sounds like a great way to bring communities together. More power to such initiatives!
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Shreya B
Sardar Patel's vision of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' is more important than ever. Glad to see our leaders honoring his memory. The unity oath should be taken by every Indian citizen, not just government employees.
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Karthik V
The Iron Man of India deserves all the respect! His role in integrating 562 princely states into the Indian Union was monumental. We should teach more about his contributions in our schools. 🎯

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