Rashtriya Ekta Diwas

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is celebrated on 31 October.  This day commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel known as  the Iron Man of India.  Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was instrumental in India's independence struggle, and then for the integration of over 500 princely states into the Union of India.   On this day  in the year 2018 the Prime Minister of India had unveiled the Statue of Unity at Kevadia, Gujarat  which is  the world’s tallest statue. The Statue of Unity is the world’s tallest statue with a height of 182 metres. A huge exhibition hall covering an area of 4,647 square metres has been set up in the pedestal of the Statue of Unity. The hall showcases the life of Sardar Patel, his contributions to the Freedom Movement against British rule and his role in the merger of princely states. The statue is the biggest tribute to the 'Unifier of India'. Various Ministries/ Departments organise Run for Unity, March Past and Ekta Diwas pledge as well as other different activities on the occasion all over the country. Every year special celebration is organised at Statue of Unity premises for the celebration of ' Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' . The  Ministry of Home Affairs with support of State Government of Gujarat  celebrates Rashtriya Ekta Diwas at Ekta Nagar, Kevadia. The Programme includes  Ekta Parade, Band Platoon performance, cycle or motorcycle rally, martial art demonstration, school band performance and culture programs as part of this celebration.    This year as well the day will be celebrated at Ekta Nagar Kevdiya with by organising  various events in the Statue of Unity premises.