NATIONAL UNITY DAY 31.10.2022
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose full name was Sardar VallabhBhai Jhaverbhai Patel, is popularly known as the Iron Man of India. Little do we know that he was also called the Indian Bismarck.
One of the most influential personalities to have fought for Independence, Sardar Patel was born in Nadiad, Gujarat, on October 31, 1875. Hailing from a farmer's family, Patel lived a simple life and was known for his wisdom and diplomatic skills.
Sardar Patel was a senior leader of the Indian National Congress (INC). After Independence, he became India's first Deputy Prime Minister.
On the first anniversary of Independence of India, Patel was appointed as the Home Minister of India.
Patel practiced law at Godhra, Borsad and Anand in Gujarat, after passing the bar examination.
On Gandhi's call, Patel quit his job and joined the movement to fight for exemption of taxes in Kheda at the time of plague and famine.
Patel joined Gandhi's Non-Cooperation Movement and travelled around West India to recruit 3,00,000 members. He also collected more than Rs 1.5 million for the party fund.
As India's first Home Minister and Deputy Prime Minister, Sardar Patel played a key role in the integration of the princely states.
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