Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini today paid tribute to the ‘Iron Man of India’, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, on his birth anniversary and called upon the people of the state to contribute towards building a developed Haryana and a strong and united India. He particularly urged the youth to verify the authenticity of any message before sharing it on social media and refrain from spreading rumours or content that promotes discrimination.
The Chief Minister was addressing the ‘Run for Unity’ event as the chief guest, organised at HSVP Shivalik Country Club, MDC, Sector-1, Panchkula, to mark National Unity Day on the occasion of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 151st birth anniversary. Earlier, he flagged off the run and encouraged the participants by showering flower petals on them. He also participated in the run himself.
The Chief Minister said that the ‘Run for Unity’, organised with patriotic fervour and a collective commitment to the unity of India, conveys a powerful message to the entire nation that we are one and will always uphold the unity and integrity of our country.
Calling upon people to imbibe the legacy of public service, discipline and dedication to duty left by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Chief Minister said that although our languages, attire and traditions may differ, our Constitution, the Tricolour and our national identity bind us together. By respecting every language and culture and standing by one another in times of happiness and sorrow, we can strengthen national unity in our everyday lives.
