Commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a three-day (15-17 December) national-level programme was organised by Vikas Bharti Seva Sansthan in Mau, UP. The commemoration was organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture to promote the values of leadership, national unity, integrity, constitutionalism, and patriotism among the young generation, students, and the general public. The event witnessed wide participation from invited guests, students, and the general public.
The programme commenced with floral tributes to Sardar Patel by all the invited guests at Bapu Smarak Inter College, Mau. A seminar on Sardar Patel was held in the presence of esteemed guests. The distinguished speakers and scholars deliberated on Sardar Patel’s contribution to nation-building, democratic consolidation, and his firm belief that educational institutions are the foundation of strong national leadership. The seminar concluded its first day with academic interaction, student questions, and reflections on the enduring relevance of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in present-day India.
A cultural programme was scheduled for the second day, featuring a welcome song for all the dignitaries, followed by the ‘Saraswati Vandana’ and other activities that strongly reflected national unity, patriotism, discipline, sacrifice, and social harmony. The programme witnessed wide participation from students, teachers, and the general public.
The programme commenced on the third day with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp and floral tributes to Sardar Patel at Maa Vaishno Intermediate College, Majhwara, Mau. Art and essay competitions were organised for students to reflect upon Sardar Patel’s role in national integration. The Chief Guest and Special Guest awarded prizes and certificates to the winners and participating students.
Recommendations were also made by Vikas Bharti Seva Sansthan at the closing of the event, such as the inclusion of Sardar Patel’s ideals in Education, Regular National Integration Programmes, Leadership Development Among Youth, Rural Outreach Initiatives, Student-Centric Activities, and Strengthening NGO–Government Collaboration.
