NSS & NCC unit of Uttaranchal University today observed the National Unity Day on 31 October 2022, which is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel who served as the first Home Minister of India after Independence. Patel is also known as the ‘The Iron Man of India’ for his efforts for the unification of over 550 princely states.
The objective of this event is to uplift the nation’s unity and spread awareness about the contribution of Vallabhbhai Patel. National Unity Day provides an opportunity to reaffirm our nation’s inherent strength and resilience toward upholding unity, integrity, and security.
On this occasion, Lieutenant Nitin Duklan, Head NCC Uttaranchal University administered the Pledge in the spirit of unification of the country to the students of NSS & NCC. Prof (Dr) Pradeep Suri, Dean, UIM emphasized that students must do everything possible to uphold the unity and integrity of the country. Mr Rakesh Semwal NSS Coordinator UIM was also present on this occasion.
