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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Anniversary: Architect of India's unity & independence
Updated On: 31 October, 2023 10:31 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, commonly known as the Iron Man of India, was a prominent political leader, lawyer, and statesman during the Indian independence movement. Born on October 31, 1875, Patel played a crucial role in India`s struggle for freedom from British rule and post-independence unification
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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, file photo
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, commonly known as the Iron Man of India, was a prominent political leader, lawyer, and statesman during the Indian independence movement. Born on October 31, 1875, Patel played a crucial role in India`s struggle for freedom from British rule and post-independence unification.
His steadfast determination, exceptional leadership, and political acumen contributed significantly to the consolidation of India after gaining independence in 1947. Patel was a key figure in integrating more than 500 princely states into the Indian Union, ensuring India`s territorial unity. His efforts and negotiation skills were pivotal in creating a unified India, preventing fragmentation and unifying diverse regions into a single nation.
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