Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government will set up a new annual award in name of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, for individuals and police personnel, who have dedicated themselves towards strengthening unity in the country.
पीएम मोदी बोले, देश को तकनीकी तौर पर समृद्ध बनाने में विक्रम साराभाई का विशेष योगदान
"The award will be unique in itself as it will recognise and honour people who have in their individual capacity in building the nation," said a senior IPS officer. Also, the government plans to carry out mega show on a par with Republic Day fete on October 31, the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, at the Statue of Unity.