Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Birth Anniversary 2023: Inspirational Quotes by 'Iron Man of India'

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel – the ‘Iron Man of India’ made significant contributions to the Indian freedom struggle, aiding in the unification of the 562 princely states into the modern Republic of India with the help of patriots, freedom fighters, and statesmen. His vision aimed to foster national unity, transcending barriers of caste, nationality, gender, and religion.

The revered social leader continues to be lauded for his remarkable achievements, and his birthday on October 31 is commemorated as National Unity Day. On the occasion of his birthday, let us reflect on some of his profound and inspirational quotes, which continue to resonate with the spirit of unity, determination, and resilience.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s Quotes

1. “Every Indian should now forget that he is a Rajput, a Sikh, or a Jat. He must remember that he is an Indian and he has every right in his country but with certain duties.”
2. “Take to the path of dharma – the path of truth and justice. Don’t misuse your valour. Remain united. March forward in all humility, but fully awake to the situation you face, demanding your rights and firmness.”
3. “A war based on Satyagraha is always of two kinds. One is the war we wage against injustice and the other we fight against our own weaknesses.”
4. “No distinctions of caste and creed should hamper us. All are the sons and daughters of India. We should all love our country and build our destiny on mutual love and help.”
5. “The negligence of a few could easily send a ship to the bottom, but if it has the wholehearted cooperation of all on board; she could be safely brought to port.”
6. “Manpower without unity is not a strength unless it is harmonized and united properly, then it becomes a spiritual power.”
7. “The war started by Mahatmaji is against two things – the Government and secondly against oneself. The former kind of war is closed, but the latter shall never cease. It is meant for self-purification.”
8. “Faith is of no evil in the absence of strength. Faith and strength, both are essential to accomplish any great work.”
9. “Every Indian should now forget that he is a Rajput, a Sikh or a Jat. He must remember that he is an Indian and he has every right in his country but with certain duties.”
10. “We have tried to overcome our weaknesses honestly and in a definite manner. The proof, if any proof is needed, is Hindu-Muslim unity.”
11. “Little pools of water tend to become stagnant and useless, but if they are joined together to form a big lake the atmosphere is cooled and there is universal benefit.”
12. “The negligence of a few could easily send a ship to the bottom, but if it has the wholehearted cooperation of all on board it can be safely brought to part.”