Port Blair, Nov. 1: An impressive ceremonial parade was organized by the Andaman & Nicobar Police on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National unity Day) in order to Commemorate the Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The contingents of A&N Police comprising of 01 Platoon each of Executive Police Gents & Ladies, IRBn, Fire Service, Police Brass and Pipe Bands and a contingent from NDRF led by parade commander Ms. Yogita Sharma, DANIPS, Dy. Superintendent of Police (APU), marched impressively from Dharmshala Junction to Flag Point and returned to Girls School which captivated the spectators. Shri. Devesh Chandra Srivastva, IPS, Director General of Police, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, took salute on the occasion.

General public also witnessed the event and were particularly appreciative of A & N Police Brass Band and Ladies Pipe Band which thrilled the audience with patriotic fervour.

Nationwide 31st October is observed as a day of special occasion to foster and reinforce our dedication to strengthen the unity, integrity and security of our nation, by celebrating it as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day).