Port Blair, Oct 30: The A&N Administration alongwith the rest of the country will observe the birth anniversary of Late Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as “Rashtriya Ekta Diwas” throughout this Union Territory on 31st October, 2014.
The observance of the diwas is to provide an opportunity to reaffirm the inherent strength and resilience of our nation to withstand the actual and potential threats to the unity, integrity and security of our country. The theme of the observance is Unity, Integrity, Safety and Security.
The programme for observance of the diwas include taking of pledge in all Govt. offices, public sector undertakings and other public institutions during office hours. Run for Unity will also be organised to mark the occasion at 06:30 AM of 31.10.2014 from Netaji Stadium, Port Blair to be flagged by Shri Anand Prakash, Chief Secretary, A&N Administration in the presence of Shri Bishnu Pada Ray, Hon’ble Member of Parliament alongwith other dignitaries. In the evening between 04:00 to 05:00 PM, March Past will be held by the Police department, school and college students at Mahabir Singh Road near Marina Park.
All have been requested by the A&N Administration to participate in the programmes.
