India launched a two-year celebration of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th Birth Anniversary on 31st October 2024 at the Statue of Unity, honouring his unmatched role in India's freedom struggle and national integration.
Highlights include the release of a commemorative coin, postal stamp, a special book “Vallabh”, and a documentary on Patel’s unification of over 560 princely states.
The Ministry of Culture will organise lectures, exhibitions, youth programmes, digital projects, and launch a virtual museum showcasing his legacy. A dedicated portal, www.sardar150.gov.in, will provide public access to events, resources, and citizen contributions celebrating the Iron Man of India.
