This day is also called as
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas. As per a statement by the Home Ministry, the day provides
"an opportunity to re-affirm the inherent strength and resilience of our
nation to withstand the actual and potential threats to the unity, integrity,
and security of our country”.
India is a diverse nation so it is
very important to maintain unity. The Government of India has constructed a
huge statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel near the Narmada River in Gujarat in
memory of the Iron Man of India.
Celebration
In 2019, on Rashtriya Ekta Diwas,
Narendra Modi administered the National Unity Day Pledge at Statue of Unity in
Kevadia. He also reviewed the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade presented by various
police contingents from all over the country.
Sardar Patel National Unity Award
seeks to recognize notable and inspiring contributions to promote the cause of
national unity and integrity and to reinforce the value of a strong and united
India. On the occasion of National Unity Day (31st October), the award will be
announced.
On this day, in several schools and colleges, a variety of cultural activities are also performed including banners, posters making, essay competition, speech reciting, quiz competition, paintings, debate, etc.