Srinagar, Oct. 30 -- Srinagar Police on Thursday organised a "Run for Unity" to mark Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, celebrating the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. National-level players, including Parvez Rasool, joined the event to encourage youth participation in sports.

"Over 500 students participated with zeal & patriotic spirit," Srinagar Police said in a post on X.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary is celebrated as National Unity Day, also known as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, on October 31. Since 2014, this day has been marked by 'Run for Unity' events nationwide, which are participated in by people from all walks of life.

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