Srinagar, Oct 31: On the eve of 10th Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today administered ‘Unity Pledge’ to the officers and officials of Civil Secretariat here.
Jammu based employees participated in the pledge ceremony through video conferencing.
These civil servants solemnly pledged that they dedicate themselves to preserve the unity, integrity and security of the nation and would also strive hard to spread this message among other countrymen.
They also pledged that in the spirit of unification of the country they resolve to make contribution to ensure internal security of their country.
Pertinent to mention here that the day is celebrated to commemorate the contribution of India’s first Home Minister, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in the unification of this country.
Today it was Sardar Patel’s 150th Birth anniversary and from the year 2014 the day is commemorated as ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ all over the country.
DC B’la administers pledge to officials
The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa Thursday administered the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas pledge to officers and officials of the district administration at Dak Bunglow here to honour the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 150th birth anniversary.
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, celebrated every year on October 31st, pays tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s crucial role in the unification of India, recognizing his tireless efforts in bringing together diverse regions and communities under a single, unified nation.
The event witnessed a gathering of officers and officials from all the departments, assembled to take a pledge to reinforce their commitment to the ideals of unity, integrity, and national security, championed by Sardar Patel, India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs.
Later, to pay tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s legacy, the DC presented blankets and other essentials from the Red Cross to the Jail Superintendent of Baramulla District Jail for distribution among the jail inmates.
The blankets and essential supplies handed over will serve to improve living conditions for the inmates as the colder month’s approach, with hopes of promoting a message of compassion, respect, and social reintegration.
