National Unity Day Celebrated in Dibrugarh
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Leads the Pledge
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways marked ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ or National Unity Day with a virtual pledge to uphold the unity, integrity, and security of India. The pledge was led by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, with thousands of colleagues joining in Dibrugarh.
Honoring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
During the event, Minister Sonowal emphasized the vision of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel for a strong India, which has been revitalized by the efforts of the Narendra Modi-led government. He praised PM Modi’s ‘Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas’ philosophy, which aligns with Patel’s mission to unify the nation.
Sonowal paid tribute to Sardar Patel by performing ‘Pad Puja’ and offering floral tributes. He criticized Congress for not honoring Patel’s contributions adequately, stating that under PM Modi’s leadership, Patel’s legacy is now celebrated to inspire a strong, united India.
Path to Atmanirbhar Bharat
Sonowal highlighted that PM Modi is following Patel’s path towards inclusive development, leading India towards ‘Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat’ and Atmanirbhar Bharat. The event served as a reminder of Patel’s ideals and contributions to building a strong India.
Doubts Revealed
Union Minister -: A Union Minister is a person who is part of the central government in India and is responsible for a specific department or ministry, like health or education.
Sarbananda Sonowal -: Sarbananda Sonowal is an Indian politician who is currently serving as a Union Minister. He has also been the Chief Minister of Assam, a state in India.
National Unity Day -: National Unity Day is celebrated in India on October 31st to honor Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who played a key role in uniting the country after independence.
Dibrugarh -: Dibrugarh is a city in the northeastern state of Assam in India. It is known for its tea gardens and is an important city in the region.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel -: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was a leader in India’s freedom movement and the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of India. He is known for his efforts in uniting the princely states into one nation.
PM Modi -: PM Modi refers to Narendra Modi, the current Prime Minister of India. He is the leader of the Indian government and makes important decisions for the country.
Congress -: Congress is a major political party in India, officially known as the Indian National Congress. It has been one of the oldest political parties in the country.
Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat -: Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat is a government initiative aimed at promoting unity and cultural exchange among different states and regions of India.
Atmanirbhar Bharat -: Atmanirbhar Bharat means ‘Self-Reliant India’. It is a campaign by the Indian government to make India more self-sufficient and less dependent on other countries for goods and services.
