A photography exhibition, organized by the Department of Information & Public Relations, was inaugurated by Principal Home, Abhijit Sinha at the State Museum, Directorate of Art & Culture, Kohima on 25th October 2021.
Chairing the programme, Additional Secretary, IPR, Asangla Imti stressed on the importance of the programme. She said that the exhibition was organized to observe the National Unity Day on 31st October 2021 and is in convergence with the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav for celebrating 75 years of India's Independence
Special guest, Abhijit Sinha highlighted on the observation of National Unity Day, stating that it is celebrated on 31st October to promote nationalism and a feeling of unity among Indian citizens. The day was first celebrated in 2014 and is observed on the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel who was born on 31st October 1875. Sinha gave a brief life history of Patel who was a freedom fighter and became the first Deputy Prime Minister and the Home Minister of India, and the pivotal role played by him in integrating the 565 princely states into the Indian Union. He added that Patel was called "the iron man of India” due to his steely will.
He said that National Unity Day is observed throughout the nation with exceptional zeal and enthusiasm and people remember him for his contribution to a politically integrated India. Sinha stated that the day serves two significant purposes: firstly, as a befitting tribute to the Iron man of India and secondly, it reminds everyone of integration and unity. 
Highlighting on Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Sinha said that it is an initiative to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of its people, culture and achievements. The official journey of "Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav'" commenced on 12th March, 2021 which started a 75 week countdown to our 75th anniversary of Independence and will end post a year on 15th August, 2023, he added.                    
The programme was attended by officials from the Department of Information & Public Relations and Art & Culture. The photo exhibition is organised as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav and to observe the National Unity Day, Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, and is a weeklong celebration. (24th-31st October).
(Wepre Kronu, APRO)