Metro Railway Observes Rashtriya Ekta Diwas with Unity Pledge and ‘Run for Unity’ in Kolkata
Kolkata, October 31, 2026: Metro Railway, Kolkata, observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on Saturday to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, remembering his significant contribution to the political integration of India.
The occasion was marked by a pledge-taking ceremony at Metro Rail Bhavan, where Shri Prem Sagar Gupta, General Manager, Metro Railway, administered the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas pledge to officers and employees. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to preserving the unity, integrity and security of the nation.
Addressing the gathering, Gupta encouraged officers and employees to dedicate themselves to the ideals of national unity and integrity, drawing inspiration from the vision and actions of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
As part of the observance, Metro Railway also organised a ‘Run for Unity’ from Metro Rail Bhavan to the Maidan area under the leadership of the General Manager. Railway employees, Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel, sports personalities and senior railway officials participated enthusiastically in the programme.
The Rashtriya Ekta Diwas pledge was also administered at various Metro stations, RPF barracks and Tapan Sinha Memorial Hospital, extending the observance across different units of Metro Railway.
Introduced by the Government of India in 2014, Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is observed every year on October 31 to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The day serves as an occasion to renew the national commitment to unity, integrity and security.
Through the pledge ceremony and the ‘Run for Unity’, Metro Railway, Kolkata, joined the nationwide observance, highlighting the importance of collective responsibility in strengthening national unity.
By Suman Munshi | IBG NEWS
