Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan today called upon the youth to draw inspiration from Sardar Patel’s life and channel their immense energy, talent and potential towards constructive nation-building activities.
The Vice-President was addressing Sardar Katha at Uprashtra Bhawan in New Delhi, organised on the occasion of 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Rashtriya Ekta Diwas. Mr Radhkrishnan said that Sardar Patel’s story was not merely that of one of India’s greatest leaders, but also the story of India’s unity, courage and nation-building. He said that Sardar Patel accomplished the historic task of integrating more than 550 princely states into the Indian Union and gave shape to the vision of a united India.
He added, the nation would always remain grateful for this extraordinary contribution. The Vice-President said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the spirit of unity championed by Sardar Patel is being channelled into the national mission of Viksit Bharat @2047. He further observed that India’s journey from 1947 to the present reflected courage, determination and collective resolve, while the journey towards 2047 must be marked by even greater ambition, aspiration and commitment.
The programme featured a narration by renowned Katha Vachika Dr. Shobhana Radhakrishna, highlighting the life, ideals and extraordinary contributions of Sardar Patel to the nation.
