New Delhi, Oct. 31 -- Hundreds of participants took part in 'Run for Unity' marathons organised across the country on Saturday to mark Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) and the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, with Chief Ministers of various states flagging off events in several states.

National Unity Day is observed annually on October 31 to commemorate Patel's contribution to India's political integration and nation-building. It was first celebrated in 2014.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah flagged off the 'Run for Unity' at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in the national capital to mark Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day).

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria flagged off the run in Chandigarh whi...