High Commission of India celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) at the High Commission’s office in Wellington. The day marks the Birth Anniversary of Vallabhbhai Jhaverbhai Patel, Independent India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister – who was endearingly known as Sardar Patel – which falls today - 31 October. High Commissioner Muktesh Pardeshi interacted with all the community leaders and listened to their ideas and views, and acknowledged the presence of the strong and vibrant Indian diaspora in New Zealand, also appreciating their role in cementing the relationship between India and New Zealand.