National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas): 31 October

The Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is observed every year in India on October 31 since 2014. National Unity Day commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Home Minister, who played an important role in persuading many princely states to join the Union of India. 2021 marks the 146th anniversary of the great leader.

He played an instrumental role in India’s struggle for independence, and later during the integration of the country. Sardar Patel was the first Home Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of India. He is often referred to as the Father of the Indian Constitution and was a key member of the Constituent Assembly.