Happy National Unity Day images, wishes and greeting cards
National Unity Day, on October 31, marks the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India who helped unite the country. Choose a design, add your name and message, and download it free.
When: October 31 every year.
Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day) greeting images (9 designs)
Golden glowHappy National Unity Day
Pattern panelUnity in diversity
Night skylineSalute to the Iron Man of India
Bokeh lightsOne nation, one spirit
Mandala circleStronger together
Classic frameHonouring Sardar Patel
Wishes for familyHappy National Unity Day to my dear family! Let us stay united and love our country alw…
Blessings for loved onesDear Mom and Dad, you taught me the value of staying together. Happy Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
Heartfelt messageOn National Unity Day, let us honour Sardar Patel’s vision of an undivided, strong Indi…Tap a design to personalise it and download.
When is Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day)? Dates for 2026 and 2027
| Year | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 31, 2026 | Fixed date |
| 2027 | Sunday, October 31, 2027 | Fixed date |
Dates last checked on 2026-10-21. See the full 2027 festival calendar.
About Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day)
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, born on October 31, 1875 in Nadiad, Gujarat, was one of the leaders of India’s freedom struggle and the country’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister. He is remembered as the “Iron Man of India” for his role in persuading more than five hundred princely states to join the Indian Union after independence, giving the nation its present shape.
The Government of India has observed his birth anniversary as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, National Unity Day, since 2014. The day is marked with the Run for Unity, pledges of unity and integrity, and tributes. The 182-metre Statue of Unity, the world’s tallest statue, which honours him in Gujarat, was inaugurated on his birth anniversary in 2018.
How Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day) is celebrated
- Taking a National Unity pledge in schools, offices and communities.
- Joining a Run for Unity.
- Paying tributes at statues of Sardar Patel and at the Statue of Unity.
- Holding talks and competitions on unity and national integration.
- Remembering his role in the integration of the princely states.
Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day) wishes for family
Heartfelt messages for parents, siblings, spouses, children and relatives. Copy one, or open a message card above to edit it and download it as an image.
- Happy National Unity Day to my dear family! Let us stay united and love our country always.
- Dear Mom and Dad, you taught me the value of staying together. Happy Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
- To my brothers and sisters: let us be one strong family, like one strong nation. Happy National Unity Day!
- To my beloved spouse, may our unity be our greatest strength. Happy National Unity Day.
- Happy National Unity Day, my children! Respect everyone and remember that we are all one.
- Wishing all our relatives a proud National Unity Day. May our family always be united.
Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day) wishes and messages
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- On National Unity Day, let us honour Sardar Patel’s vision of an undivided, strong India. Jai Hind!
- Wishing you a thoughtful Sardar Patel Jayanti. May unity and integrity always guide our nation.
- Let us strengthen the bond of unity that Sardar Patel worked so hard to build. Happy National Unity Day.
- Salute to the Iron Man of India on his birth anniversary. May his spirit guide us.
- United we stand, divided we fall. Happy Rashtriya Ekta Diwas to all.
- May the spirit of unity bring peace and progress to our country. Happy National Unity Day.
Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day) greeting in Hindi
राष्ट्रीय एकता दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ
Pronounced: Rashtriya Ekta Diwas ki hardik shubhkamnayein
Several of the images above carry this greeting, which is a thoughtful touch for friends and family who speak Hindi.
Frequently asked questions
When is Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day) in 2026?
Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day) in 2026 is on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
When is Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day) in 2027?
Sardar Patel Jayanti (National Unity Day) in 2027 is on Sunday, October 31, 2027.
Why is National Unity Day celebrated on October 31?
It is the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Government of India declared it Rashtriya Ekta Diwas in 2014 to honour his role in uniting the country.
Why is Sardar Patel called the Iron Man of India?
He is called the “Iron Man” for his firm leadership in integrating more than five hundred princely states into India after independence.
What is the Statue of Unity?
It is a 182-metre statue of Sardar Patel at Kevadia in Gujarat, the tallest statue in the world, inaugurated on October 31, 2018.
