GANDERBAL: The District Administration Ganderbal has finalized elaborate arrangements for the celebration of National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas) on October 31, 2026, across the district.
The occasion commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and aims to reaffirm the values of unity, integrity, fraternity, and national solidarity.
The day’s proceedings will commence at 9:00 AM with a vibrant Cyclothon. The event will be flagged off from Clock Tower, Ganderbal, and culminate at Gadoora Physical College. Simultaneously, a range of sports activities will be organized at Gadoora Stadium.
The major highlight of the celebrations, the Run for Unity, is scheduled to commence at 11:00 AM. The procession will commence from the lawns of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Ganderbal, and proceed towards Qamariya Ground.
Upon reaching Qamariya Ground, the dignitaries, participants, and citizens will collectively take the National Unity Pledge, pledging their commitment to preserving the unity, integrity, and sovereignty of the nation.
In addition to the district-level celebrations, parallel programmes will be organized across all sub-divisions, tehsils, and other administrative units of Ganderbal district to ensure widespread public participation and reinforce the message of national unity at the grassroots level.
The District Administration has appealed to citizens, youth, educational institutions, civil society organizations, and all other stakeholders to participate enthusiastically in the celebrations.
The observance seeks to honour the enduring legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and inspire collective commitment towards a united, inclusive, and prosperous India.
