Prime Minister paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at Somnath, Gujarat.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (1875-1950)
- Born in Nadiad (Gujarat) he was often referred to as the "Iron Man of India”.
- He led successful campaigns against oppressive policies and taxation imposed by British authorities in Kheda Satyagraha (1918) and the Bardoli Satyagraha (1928).
- He mobilised support for non-violent movements like Quit India Movement of 1942.
- He presided over the 46th session (Karachi) of the Indian National Congress in 1931 which was called upon to ratify the Gandhi-Irwin Pact.
- He became the first Deputy Prime Minister and first Home Minister of India.
- He contributed to the integration of over 560 princely states into the Indian Union.
- Values: Patriotism, courage, leadership
