Patel was ‘forgotten for yrs’ and ‘deprived’ of Bharat Ratna: Amit Shah

Home minister Amit Shah commends Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel for uniting 553 princely states post-Independence, forming the Union of India. Shah laments Patel’s recognition delay, celebrates his legacy with PM Modi’s initiatives. The ‘Run for Unity’ marks Patel’s immense contribution to national unity.