Paradip Port Authority Celebrates Rashtriya Ekta Diwas with ‘Run for Unity’
By Pravakar Sahoo
Paradip, Nov.1: Paradip Port Authority (PPA) celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) with enthusiasm and patriotic spirit on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India and the architect of national integration.
As part of the observance, PPA organised a ‘Run for Unity’ to promote the values of national integration, unity, integrity and brotherhood. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from officers and employees of PPA, CISF personnel, sports trainees of Gopabandhu Stadium, college students of Paradeep College and Odisha Maritime Academy.
Addressing the gathering, Shri T. Venu Gopal, Deputy Chairman, Paradip Port Authority, highlighted the vision and invaluable contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in uniting the nation. He emphasised the importance of building an inclusive, prosperous and harmonious India and encouraged everyone to uphold the ideals of unity and national solidarity.
Thereafter, he flagged off the ‘Run for Unity’, which passed through the Port Township and culminated at Gopabandhu Stadium. The run symbolised collective commitment towards strengthening the unity and integrity of the nation.
On the occasion, Shri Ashoka Kumar Sahu, Financial Adviser & Chief Accounts Officer (FA & CAO), Heads of Departments (HODs), officers and employees, students and CISF personnel also participated in the Unity Pledge, reaffirming their commitment to safeguarding the unity, integrity and security of the country.
The celebration paid tribute to the remarkable leadership and legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose vision and determination played a defining role in the political integration of India.
The programme concluded with a renewed commitment to uphold the spirit of national unity, teamwork and collective responsibility, contributing towards a stronger, harmonious and prosperous India.
