CSIR-IIIM Jammu celebrates Rashtriya Ekta Diwas with a Run for Unity

Jammu, Oct 31: CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM) Jammu celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) to honour Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s legacy of integrity, unity, and national cohesion. Led by Director Dr. Zabeer Ahmed CSIR-IIIM, the CSIR-IIIM team took a pledge to promote diversity and harmony within the institution, reflecting Sardar Patel’s vision of a united India. The day concluded with an enthusiastic Run for Unity, symbolizing the institute’s commitment to solidarity and collective strength.
During the event, Dr. Zabeer Ahmed addressed the staff and highlighted the importance of unity and purpose as key drivers of progress and collaboration within CSIR-IIIM.
Dr. Ahmed noted that Sardar Patel’s vision for a united India remains as significant today as ever. On Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, CSIR-IIIM pledged to uphold diversity, integrity, and a harmonious environment—values that are essential in both professional and societal spheres.
The Run for Unity, held in the evening, drew enthusiastic participation from CSIR-IIIM’s staff and students, who rallied together, embodying shared purpose and mutual respect. Participants gathered with energy and commitment, their steps symbolizing the drive for unity that underpins both the institute’s mission and India’s diverse society. The event not only honoured Sardar Patel’s instrumental role in uniting India but also served as a powerful reminder of the strength found in collaboration and inclusivity. Through this run, the CSIR-IIIM community reinforced its commitment to a harmonious future built on collective effort and unity.
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas offers institutions and individuals a yearly chance to reaffirm their commitment to national unity. CSIR-IIIM Jammu is honoured to participate in this observance, striving to foster an inclusive and cooperative environment that values and celebrates diversity.