The Paradip Port Trust (PPT) observed the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) on Thursday on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
PPT Chairman Rinkesh Roy and Heads of Departments offered floral tributes to Sardar Patel. Roy administered the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Pledge to the employees, CISF personnel and people from various walks of life at the Gopabandhu Stadium.
Thereafter, he flagged off the “Run for Unity” comprising PPT employees, CISF personnel and people from the township. A walkathon comprising volunteers of the Paradip Sakshyrata Samiti was also held. The participants went around the township spreading the message of national unity and to reaffirm the idea of a strong, united and resilient India.
In the afternoon, a march-past consisting of the contingents from CISF Unit, PPT, Paradip Port High School Naval NCC, Paradip College Naval NCC and students from Odisha Maritime Academy was held commemorating the occasion. The PPT Chairman was the chief guest.