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PM Modi's Gujarat Homecoming Amid Sardar Patel Unity Celebrations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Gujarat to a warm welcome from state officials. His visit focuses on celebrating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 150th birth anniversary through Rashtriya Ekta Diwas events. The celebrations include a grand unity parade featuring various security forces and state contingents. PM Modi will also inaugurate development projects and release commemorative coins during his two-day visit.

Key Points: PM Modi Gujarat Visit for Sardar Patel 150th Birth Anniversary

  • PM Modi welcomed by Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel and state officials at Vadodara airport
  • Foundation stone laying and project inaugurations scheduled in Ekta Nagar
  • Special Rs 150 commemorative coin released for Patel's anniversary
  • Unity parade features security forces and cultural tableaus from multiple states
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PM Modi gets warm welcome at Gujarat airport ahead of Sardar Patel's 150th birth anniversary celebrations

PM Modi receives warm welcome in Gujarat for Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations marking Sardar Patel's 150th birth anniversary with unity parade and project inaugurations.

"The parade will include contingents from BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB along with various state police forces. - Government Statement"

Gandhinagar, Oct 30

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a warm welcome in Gujarat on Thursday, as he reached his home state for a two-day visit and is set to participate in the 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' (National Unity Day) celebrations, commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel -- 'Iron Man of India', this year.

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi and other senior dignitaries, including Commissioner and Collector gave a warm welcome to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, upon his arrival at the Vadodara airport.

PM Modi then left for Ekta Nagar, where he will lay the foundation stone of various infrastructural and developmental projects and will also inaugurate several projects.

He will also release a special commemorative coin of Rs 150 denomination and stamp marking the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel.

On Friday, PM Modi will lead the 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' celebrations by offering floral tribute to the 'Iron Man of India' and also administer the Ekta Diwas pledge.

This year's Ekta Diwas celebrations is special as it includes a cultural festival and Unity Parade, marking the 150th birth anniversary celebrations of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in the Ekta Nagar, where the 182-metre tall Statue of Unity stands.

The National Unity Day parade, styled on the lines of Republic Day parade will see security forces doing parade, along with decorative tableaus.

"The parade will include contingents from BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB along with various state police forces.

Key attractions this year include a BSF marching contingent comprising exclusively Indian breed dogs such as Rampur Hounds and Mudhol Hounds, Gujarat Police's Horse Contingent, Assam Police's Motorcycle Daredevil Show, and BSF's Camel Contingent and Camel Mounted Band," a government statement said.

The Ekta Diwas parade will feature about 10 tableaux from NSG, NDRF, Gujarat, Jammu and Kashmir, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Manipur, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand and Puducherry, depicting the theme 'Unity in Diversity'.

- IANS

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Rohit P
The Unity Parade sounds amazing! Especially excited about the Indian breed dogs - Rampur Hounds and Mudhol Hounds. Great way to showcase our indigenous breeds. Jai Hind! 🐕
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Sarah B
While I appreciate celebrating national unity, I hope the government also focuses on addressing pressing issues like inflation and unemployment. Celebrations are good, but ground realities matter more.
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Arjun K
Sardar Patel was indeed the architect of modern India. His vision of united India is more relevant today than ever. The Rs 150 commemorative coin is a fitting tribute to the Iron Man!
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Meera T
The 'Unity in Diversity' theme through tableaux from different states is beautiful! This is what makes India special - different cultures coming together as one nation. ❤️
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David E
Impressive to see the scale of celebrations! The camel mounted band and motorcycle daredevil show sound particularly exciting. India knows how to put on a great show!
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Kavya N
As a Gujarati, I feel so proud to see our state hosting such important national events. Sardar Patel was born in Gujarat and it's fitting that his 150th birth anniversary is celebrated here with such grandeur!

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