‘Run for Unity’ echoes Sardar Patel’s message of national integration at MDU
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) organised a ‘Run for Unity’ on Saturday to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Deputy Prime Minister, and National Unity Day.
Girish Saini
Oct 31, 2026 08:36
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Rohtak, October 31, 2026: Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) organised a ‘Run for Unity’ on Saturday to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Deputy Prime Minister, and National Unity Day.
The run was flagged off by Dean Academic Affairs Prof. Randeep Rana and Registrar Prof. Sandeep Bansal from Sardar Patel Stadium. Members of the university community ran to the Freedom Fighters’ Memorial, reaffirming their commitment to national unity and integrity. Student Nishant administered the National Unity Pledge, which was taken by all participants.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Rana said unity remained at the heart of India’s diversity and urged students to contribute towards national integration and building an inclusive society. Prof. Bansal said Sardar Patel’s life and legacy continued to inspire generations to uphold the spirit of national unity, emphasising the principle of ‘Nation First’.
Dean Student Welfare Prof. Sapna Garg welcomed the participants and recalled Patel’s pivotal role in uniting the country. Director Sports Kultaj Singh proposed the vote of thanks.
The programme began with floral tributes to Sardar Patel’s portrait and concluded with homage to the martyrs at the memorial. Slogans of ‘Sardar Patel Amar Rahe’ and ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ echoed across the campus, reinforcing the message of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’.
The event was coordinated with the support of Director Youth Welfare Dr Pratap Rathi. Deans, directors, faculty members, non-teaching staff, students, sportspersons and residents of Rohtak participated in the event.
