BSF Marks National Unity Day in Tripura With Run for Unity
BSF personnel and CM Manik Saha mark Rashtriya Ekta Diwas in Tripura with a Run for Unity and national pledge to honor Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
The Border Security Force (BSF) Tripura Frontier observed BSF National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas) with immense patriotic zeal to honor the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India's first Home Minister. The celebrations were designed to commemorate Patel's monumental role in the political integration of the nation.
Run for Unity in Agartala
A major highlight of the celebrations was the 'Run for Unity' organized by the state administration in Agartala. The event saw the active participation of over 100 BSF personnel, who ran to promote the spirit of solidarity and patriotism. The run was officially flagged off by the Chief Minister of Tripura, Manik Saha.
Parades and Pledges of Sovereignty
Beyond the run, the BSF's involvement extended to other official ceremonies across the state:
- Ekta Diwas Parade: A specialized BSF platoon marched in the parade organized by the Tripura Police at the AD Nagar Police lines.
- National Unity Pledge: Personnel stationed at the Frontier Headquarters in Tripura took a formal pledge, reaffirming their unwavering commitment to protecting the unity, integrity, and sovereignty of India.
Chief Minister's Call for 'One India, Great India'
Chief Minister Manik Saha also attended the state-level Rashtriya Ekta Diwas program held at the Swami Vivekananda Maidan in Agartala. Sharing his experience on X, the Chief Minister stated that he took the pledge of national unity to reiterate the collective responsibility of preserving the country's integrity.
"On the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel ji, drawing inspiration from his ideals and visionary thoughts in this programme, we call upon everyone to work together towards building 'One India, Great India,'" said CM Manik Saha.
The Legacy of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas
Since 2014, the Government of India has designated October 31 as National Unity Day. The day serves as a yearly reminder of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's invaluable contributions to the unification of India, urging citizens and security forces alike to remain committed to the nation's security and cohesion.