In Jammu & Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today paid rich tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary.<br />'' <br />'' The Lieutenant Governor observed that Sardar Patel was an epitome of national unity, brilliant administrator and champion of masses and devoted his entire life for strengthening India. He said that Sardar Vallabhbhai's significant contribution to the motherland, devotion to the unity, integrity & safety of the nation and leadership qualities will always remain an inspiration for all of us.<br />'' <br />'' The Lt Governor greeted the people on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas which commemorates the birth anniversary of Iron Man of India-Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.<br />'' <br />'' Nitishwar Kumar, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor, administered the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas pledge to the officials and staff members of Raj Bhavan in Srinagar. During the pledge, the participants dedicated themselves to preserve the unity, integrity and security of the nation and strive hard to spread this message among the fellow countrymen.<br />

<span style="color: #222222;">Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today paid rich tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his Birth Anniversary, which is being celebrated as 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas'.</span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;"> </span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">Remembering Sardar Patel, the Lt Governor observed that the Iron Man of India devoted his entire life to the nation and welfare of its people.</span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;"> </span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">Lt. Governor called upon all the citizens of J&K, specially the youth to strive towards strengthening the unity and integrity of the nation.</span><br />''