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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today flagged off 'Run for Unity' from Vijay Chowk to mark the the birth anniversary of India's first home minister Sardar Patel. The PM also administered a unity pledge and praised Patel, saying "He is the true architect of Modern India."
Here is the pledge:
"I solemnly pledge that I dedicate myself to preserve the unity, integrity and security of the nation and also strive hard to spread this message among my fellow countrymen. I take this pledge in the spirit of unification of my country which was made possible by the vision and action of Late Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. I also solemnly resolve to make my own contribution to ensure internal security of my country."
