Rise above caste, religion to strengthen national unity: UHSR VC
Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma University of Health Sciences (UHSR), Rohtak, celebrated National Unity Day to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, with a pledge-taking ceremony highlighting the importance of national unity, integrity and security.
Girish Saini
Oct 31, 2026 08:39
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Rohtak, October 31, 2026: Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma University of Health Sciences (UHSR), Rohtak, celebrated National Unity Day to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, with a pledge-taking ceremony highlighting the importance of national unity, integrity and security.
Vice-Chancellor Dr HK Aggarwal administered the National Unity Day pledge to faculty members and students in accordance with University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Aggarwal described Sardar Patel as a towering freedom fighter, visionary administrator and architect of India's political integration. He said Patel's historic role in unifying more than 560 princely states after Independence laid the foundation of a strong and united India.
Emphasising the relevance of National Unity Day, he urged citizens to rise above caste, religion, language and regional differences and place national interest above all else. He said safeguarding the country's unity, integrity and security was the collective responsibility of every citizen, particularly the youth.
Calling upon medical students and healthcare professionals to contribute to nation-building, Dr Aggarwal said healthcare was not merely a profession but a means of serving humanity. He stressed that dedication, integrity and a spirit of service were essential to strengthening society.
He added that the spirit of national unity must go beyond ceremonial pledges and become an integral part of everyday conduct and professional life.
PGIDS students participate
Students of the Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences (PGIDS) also participated in the celebrations and pledge-taking ceremony under the guidance of Dr Vasudha Dhupar, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry. She said the initiative sought to sensitise young people to their role in nation-building and encourage them to promote national unity and social harmony.
Dr Umesh Yadav, in-charge of the Public Relations Department, said the programme aimed to foster a sense of national responsibility, discipline, social cohesion and commitment to national security among the younger generation.
