Ranchi, Oct 31: The Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDI) paid homage to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) at its headquarters in Ranchi on Saturday.
The programme was marked by floral tributes to the Iron Man of India. Ajay Kumar, Director (Technical/Planning & Design), CMPDI, along with general managers, senior officials and employees, paid floral tributes to Sardar Patel and remembered his invaluable contribution to nation-building.
Addressing the gathering, Ajay Kumar highlighted Patel’s role in nation-building and emphasised the importance of upholding the values of national unity, integrity, security and harmony through collective responsibility.
Observed annually on October 31, Rashtriya Ekta Diwas commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and honours his contribution to India’s unity and integration.
Through the observance, CMPDI reiterated its commitment to the values of unity, solidarity and national integration, drawing inspiration from the vision and legacy of Sardar Patel.
