TMC’s Abhishek Banerjee Pays Tribute to Sardar Patel’s Legacy of Unity
The Statesman | 1 November 2025
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee Friday paid a heartfelt tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, on his birth anniversary. In a post on his WhatsApp channel, Banerjee recalled Patel’s instrumental role in integrating the princely states and his unwavering commitment to national unity.
“On the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, we pay homage to the Iron Man of India, a visionary whose will, integrity and statesmanship laid the foundation of a united nation. Sardar Patel’s life remains a timeless lesson in courage, pragmatism and national unity. His tireless dedication to integrating the princely states and his belief in a strong, cohesive India continue to inspire generations to place the idea of the nation above all else,” Abhishek Banerjee wrote.
Sardar Patel’s contributions to India’s unity and integrity are widely acknowledged. He played a pivotal role in integrating the princely states into the Indian Union, laying the foundation for a strong and cohesive nation. His legacy continues to inspire generations, and his ideals remain relevant in contemporary India.
Banerjee’s tribute to Sardar Patel highlights the leader’s enduring impact on India’s growth and development. The tribute also serves as a reminder of Patel’s vision for a united and strong India and his belief in the strength of unity and collective purpose.
The nation is celebrating Sardar Patel’s 150th birth anniversary, with various events and programmes organised across the country. The government has also launched several initiatives to promote Patel’s ideals and legacy, including the Statue of Unity, a tribute to his contributions to India’s unity and integrity.