Farrukhabad Celebrates Sardar Patel's 151st Birth Anniversary; Youth Pledge National Service
Farrukhabad marked Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 151st birth anniversary with events focused on national service and unity, inspiring the youth.
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Tributes Paid and National Service Pledged
Farrukhabad on October 31, 2026, commemorated the 151st birth anniversary of the 'Iron Man' Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Sardar Patel Yuva Manch and Yuva Morcha organized various programs across multiple locations. During these events, local citizens and youth paid their respects by garlanding statues of Sardar Patel.
The primary aim of these celebrations was to draw inspiration from Sardar Patel's life and work and to instill a sense of patriotism among the youth. The event commenced with a garlanding ceremony and a shower of flowers at the Sardar Patel statue located at D.N. College. Subsequently, the anniversary was celebrated at Badrinarayan Degree College and Sardar Patel Park with cake-cutting ceremonies and the distribution of sweets.
Activists filled the atmosphere with patriotic fervor by chanting slogans such as 'Iron Man Sardar Patel Amar Rahen' (Long live the Iron Man Sardar Patel) and 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' (Victory to Mother India).
Remembering Sardar Patel's Contributions
The President of the Manch, Shani Katiyar, District General Secretary Nikhil Katiyar, and District Chief Secretary Sumit Katiyar, elaborated on Sardar Patel's life journey. They highlighted how Sardar Patel, through his exceptional willpower and foresight, ensured the integration of numerous princely states into India, thereby laying a strong foundation for the nation's unity and integrity.
The organization's officials emphasized that the Manch's core objective is to unite society, promote mutual brotherhood, and foster patriotism among the youth. They reiterated their commitment to following Sardar Patel's ideals and disseminating his thoughts to the masses.
Pledge for Societal Unity
Members of the Sardar Patel Yuva Manch took a pledge to unite society and encourage mutual brotherhood. They recommitted to walking in the footsteps of Sardar Patel and propagating his ideals throughout the community. This meeting was attended by National President Ankur Katiyar, former District President Monu Katiyar, and several other senior members.
Decision to Install Shivaji's Statue
During the program, the organization resolved to make efforts at the government level to install a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji in Farrukhabad, either at Fatehgarh or Lal Darwaza. This initiative aims to establish historically significant symbols in the region.
Hundreds of activists, including Deepak Katiyar, Surjeet Katiyar, Atul Katiyar, Vineet Katiyar, Dr. Bhanu Katiyar, Gaurav Gangwar, Prateek Katiyar, Sudhanshu Katiyar, Shivam Chauhan, Vineet Mishra, Vikas Tripathi, Sunny Shukla, Rajat Thakur, and Abhay Sisodia, participated enthusiastically in the event.