National Unity Day (,

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: ) is celebrated in India on 31 October. It was introduced by the Government of India in 2014. The day is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel who had a major role in the political integration of India.

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The official statement for National Unity Day by the

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of India cites that the National Unity Day "will provide an opportunity to re-affirm the inherent strength and resilience of our nation to withstand the actual and potential threats to the unity, integrity, and security of our country." On the day, a pledge is read out in government offices: 31 October is also celebrated as Rashtriya Sankalp Diwas or National Pledge Day as it marks the day of

assassination of Indira Gandhi Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was assassinated at 9:30 a.m. on 31 October 1984 at her residence in Safdarjung Road, New Delhi. She was killed by her bodyguards Satwant Singh and Beant Singh in the aftermath of Operation Blue Star, an ...

. Several schools and colleges, especially in Congress-run states, organize rallies and programmes in remembrance of Indira Gandhi.

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* {{Commons category-inline Modi administration initiatives 2014 introductions Vallabhbhai Patel October observances Recurring events established in 2014 Observances in India Memorials to Vallabhbhai Patel 2014 establishments in India

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