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75th Death Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Observed on December 15.

Important Days | Dated: 14&15 Dec 2025

The nation paid homage to the "Iron Man of India", Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, on his 75th death anniversary on December 15, 2025. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the floral tributes at the Statue of Unity in Kewadia, Gujarat. He was the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of independent India.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • He played a pivotal role in the integration of over 560 princely states into the Indian Union after independence.
  • He is also credited with establishing the modern All India Services system, earning him the title "Patron Saint of India's Civil Servants".
  • The government organized "Ekta Daud" (Run for Unity) events across various district headquarters to mark the occasion.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Date: December 15 (Death Anniversary).
  • Known for: Integration of Princely States.
  • Memorial: Statue of Unity, Gujarat.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is famously known as the "Patron Saint" of which Indian administrative institution?

Correct Answer: Civil Services

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Sardar Patel

  • Title – Iron Man of India
  • Statue – Statue of Unity (182m)