Nation gears up for grand Unity Day parade A full dress rehearsal for the National Unity Day parade takes place at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat’s Narmada district, ahead of grand celebrations marking Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary, showcasing cultural performances, security drills, and vibrant displays of national pride and unity | pti chennai l friday l october 31, 2025 l `9.00 l PAGES 42 l late city EDITION EKTA DIWAS 31 October Government of India The grateful Nation fondly remembers on his 150 Birth Anniversary th Prime Minister SHRI NARENDRA MODI will offer floral tributes to the Iron Man of India and address the Nation in his remembrance On this Ekta Diwas, let us participate in large numbers in the ‘Run for Unity‘ being organized in our district and strengthen the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat‘ EKTA DIWAS EVENTS  AIR show by the Indian Air Force  “Loh-Purush” – A Theatrical Presentation Based on the Life of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel  Celebration of Ekta Light Festival  State exhibitions from 1st to 15th November under Bharat Parv Rashtriya Ekta Diwas honours Sardar Patel's invaluable contribution towards unifying the nation. May this day strengthen the bonds of unity in our society. -Narendra Modi Date: Friday, 31 October 2025 Venue: Parade Ground, Statue of Unity, Ekta Nagar, Gujarat The event will be broadcast live on DD News CBC 19101/13/0022/2526 Ekta Parade Brass band performances Horse, dog, and camel contingents Martial arts showcase by women performers  BSF Dog show (Indigenous Breed)  Daredevil riders’ performance  School band presentation     Time: 7.00 AM onwards
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