ITANAGAR, Oct 30: Governor BD Mishra and Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday extended greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, which commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on 31 October.
Mishra expressed confidence that the celebration of the day would continue to strengthen the spirit of cooperation, peace and amity in the state and the nation.
He appealed to the people of Arunachal, particularly the youths, to develop fraternity, assuring the dignity of individual and unity and integrity of the nation.
Pema in his message urged the people to take part in the nationwide ‘Run for Unity’ marathon being organised on Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
He said celebration of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas helps the youth of the country to be aware of the nation’s integrity, and provides an opportunity to everyone to maintain it.
“It makes Indian citizens realize how national integrity helps in defeating the actual and potential threats for unity, integrity and security of the nation,” the CM said. (Raj Bhavan and CMO)
