Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel wanted equal opportunities for all: PM Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of National Unity Day, which is celebrated as the birth anniversary of India's first home minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, remarked on Sunday that for Sardar Patel 'Ek Bharat' meant equal opportunities for all including women, Dalits, deprived section of people, tribal and forest dwellers.
Addressing the nation on National Unity Day, PM Narendra Modi said, "'Sabka Prayas' is even more relevant in the Amrit Kaal of Independence. This 'Azadi ka Amrit Kaal' is of unprecedented growth, achieving difficult goals and building the India of Sardar Saheb's dreams."
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He said that Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is not just a historical figure but lives in the heart of every countryman and people who are taking his message of unity forward are the true symbol of an unfractured feeling of unity.
He added that India is not just a geographical unity but is a nation replete with the generous standards of ideals, notions, civilization and culture. "This land mass where 130 crore Indian live is an integral part of our soul, dreams and aspirations," he said.
Referring to the strengthening of India's democratic traditions by the emotion of One India, the Prime Minister called for a collective effort from every citizen in the direction of achieving the goals of the country.
"Inspired by Sardar Patel, India is becoming fully capable of meeting external and internal challenges", he added.
-PTC News
