HT Correspondent
ITANAGAR, Oct 11: A joint press briefing was held on Saturday at the Conference Hall of Cygnett Hotel, Itanagar, to announce the upcoming Sardar 150 Unity March, commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, widely revered as the “Iron Man of India.”
Themed “Unity March: Ek Bharat, Aatmanirbhar Bharat,” the event is scheduled to be organised across Arunachal Pradesh and all its districts from October 31 to November 25, 2025, with the objective of promoting national integration, civic awareness, and self-reliance among the youth and citizens.
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The briefing was addressed by Lok Sabha MP Tapir Gao and MLA-cum-Advisor to the Home Minister (Sports & Youth Affairs) Zingnu Namchoom.
They were joined by senior officials, including the Deputy Director of My India, Director of Youth Affairs, Regional Director NSS, State Liaison Officer NSS Arunachal Pradesh, State Secretary BJP Joram Tat, and several officers and officials from government departments and affiliated organizations.
Speaking at the event, Tapir Gao highlighted the significance of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s contributions to nation-building and explained how the Unity March is designed to instill patriotism, civic consciousness, and a spirit of self-reliance among the youth.
Zingnu Namchoom urged citizens across the state to actively participate in the march and related activities, emphasising that the initiative provides a platform for young people to embrace Patel Ji’s ideals of unity and nation-building.
During the briefing, officials elaborated on key initiatives to be undertaken as part of the Sardar 150 Unity March.
The programme includes Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, aimed at promoting environmental awareness through widespread tree plantation drives, encouraging communities to contribute to ecological sustainability.
In addition, the Swachh Abhiyan initiative will focus on cleanliness, hygiene, and civic responsibility, with students, youth organisations, and citizens engaging in awareness drives and community campaigns.
Another important aspect of the programme, Har Ghar Swadeshi, Ghar Ghar Swadeshi, seeks to promote indigenous products and local entrepreneurship, encouraging households to adopt self-reliance practices and support locally manufactured goods, reinforcing the concept of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
The Sardar 150 Unity March is intended not only to celebrate the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Home Minister, but also to foster a strong sense of national integration and social responsibility among participants.
The month-long initiative will combine marches, awareness drives, community engagements, workshops, and interactive programmes across urban and rural areas, aiming to unite citizens from different communities, backgrounds, and age groups.
The organisers said this would reinforce Patel Ji’s vision of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat, while inspiring youth to actively contribute to community development, sustainable practices, and the promotion of Indian heritage and values.
Joram Tat, State Secretary BJP Arunachal Pradesh, emphasised that the initiative also seeks to strengthen civic participation, encourage leadership among the youth, and foster collaboration between government departments, educational institutions, and civil society organizations.
The State Liaison Officer NSS Arunachal Pradesh noted that volunteers and student groups would play a vital role in mobilizing local communities and ensuring that the objectives of the Unity March are effectively communicated at the grassroots level.
Officials stressed that environmental protection, social awareness, and promotion of indigenous skills and products would remain the core focus areas throughout the march.
Citizens and youth are encouraged to actively participate in all activities, including tree plantation drives, cleanliness campaigns, and local entrepreneurship initiatives, ensuring that the Sardar 150 Unity March leaves a lasting impact on society.
The initiative reflects the state government’s commitment to celebrating India’s national heroes while simultaneously fostering a spirit of unity, patriotism, and self-reliance among the people of Arunachal Pradesh.
The event promises to be a unique blend of cultural engagement, civic awareness, and community participation, aiming to carry forward Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s enduring message of national integration, resilience, and development.
