New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his death anniversary.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Tributes to the great Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his Punya Tithi. His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the nation’s unity laid the foundations of modern India. His exemplary work guides us towards building a stronger, more united country. We continue to draw inspiration from his life and work towards realizing his dream of a prosperous India.”
Tributes to the great Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his Punya Tithi. His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the nation’s unity laid the foundations of modern India. His exemplary work guides us towards building a stronger, more united country. We continue to draw…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 15, 2023
Patel died on December 15, 1950. He was the first Deputy Prime Minister and the first Home Minister of Independent India.