They also pledged to uphold national unity and integrity. Kanpur: Govt officials observed National Unity Day at Naveen Auditorium in Kanpur on Saturday, marking the 151st birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, known as the Iron Man.
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