Srinagar, Oct 31: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday paid rich tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and said his indomitable spirit and tireless pursuit of a united and strong India continue to inspire us.
“Greetings on “Rashtriya Ekta Diwas”. Tributes to the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ji, on his Janm-Jayanti”, LG said on X.
He said “A great patriot & inspirational leader,Sardar Patel’s indomitable spirit, unwavering dedication, & tireless pursuit of a united & strong India continue to inspire us”.
Lieutenant Governor Sardar Patel, with his statesmanship, grit, and courage, unified the country and defended its territorial integrity and sovereignty so that future generations can live in honour, peace, and prosperity.
“The citizens of J&K must resolve today that we will work with great unity and a single objective to make our nation a developed country by 2047”, he said, adding, “Let us reawaken the values and vision propagated by Sardar Patel and work for peace, harmony, and prosperity in society”.
On the occasion, Lieutenant Governor also flagged off ‘Run for Unity’ to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Srinagar. Also, gave the ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ pledge to the assembled gathering at Bakshi Stadium and Raj Bhavan.