Chief Minister recalls Sardar Patel’s invaluable contribution on National Unity Day
Sardar Patel was the great architect of India’s unity, integrity and national integration: CM Sai
His determination, visionary leadership and commitment to national service will remain an enduring source of inspiration
Raipur, October 2026: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Saturday paid tribute to Bharat Ratna and Iron Man Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary, observed as National Unity Day. At his official residence in Civil Lines, Raipur, the Chief Minister offered floral tributes to Patel’s portrait and remembered his historic contribution to the unity, integrity and national integration of the country.
Sai said Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was one of the principal architects of India's unity and integrity. Through his extraordinary courage, strong determination and effective leadership, Patel brought hundreds of princely states together after Independence, laying the foundation for a strong and united India. His exceptional contribution to nation-building would remain etched in golden letters in the country's history, he said.
The Chief Minister observed that Patel's life was an outstanding example of placing national interest above everything else, as well as discipline, dedication to duty and public service. Even in difficult circumstances, Patel never compromised on his principles and always accorded the highest priority to national unity.
His life and leadership teach that even the most formidable challenges can be overcome through determination, collective effort and unwavering commitment to the nation, Sai said.
He further said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, continuous efforts were being made to realise Sardar Patel's vision of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'. India was progressing rapidly towards the goal of a developed nation while setting new benchmarks in development, good governance and self-reliance. Patel's ideals and vision continued to strengthen this national resolve, he added.
The Chief Minister said National Unity Day was not merely an occasion to remember Patel's historic contribution but also an opportunity to reaffirm the country's commitment to preserving its unity, integrity and social harmony.
India's diversity is its greatest strength, he said, adding that bringing together people from different linguistic, cultural and social backgrounds through a shared sense of unity would be the true tribute to Sardar Patel.
Sai appealed to the people of Chhattisgarh to follow Patel's ideals and contribute towards the nation's unity, integrity and prosperity. He urged citizens to collectively resolve to build a strong, harmonious and developed Chhattisgarh so that the state could play a leading role in the making of a developed India.
