National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas): 31 October
- The Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is observed every year in India on October 31 since 2014.
- The day is marked to commemorate the birth anniversary of the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
- 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.