28 October 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC
1. ‘Run for Unity’, held on ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’, the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, will be organised this time on 29th October
(Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2068756®=3&lang=1 )
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Rashtriya Ekta Diwas
- Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, or National Unity Day, is observed annually on October 31.
- It commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key figure in India’s independence and the first Deputy Prime Minister.
- The day promotes national integration and unity among citizens.
- Various programs and events are organised across the country, including the National Unity Day pledge.
- The ‘Run for Unity’ is a significant event aimed at encouraging fitness and awareness about national unity.
- The initiative emphasises the importance of collective strength in maintaining India’s diversity and unity.
