Gandhinagar: Citizens will be able to witness the National Unity Day parade at Ektanagar on Oct 31, with the state govt opening free online registration for public participation in celebrations marking the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.The celebrations will be held on Oct 30 and 31 at Ektanagar, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to attend the parade on Oct 31. An official statement issued on Sunday said a dedicated portal, www.rashtriyaektadiwas.com, has been launched for citizens to register and obtain entry passes.Registration will be free and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Applicants will have to upload the required details and documents online, after which confirmation and entry passes will be sent to their registered email addresses.According to govt, this year’s parade is being planned on a larger scale, with around 10,000 police and paramilitary personnel expected to participate. Nearly 4,700 artistes from across the country will present cultural performances showcasing India’s diversity. The programme will also feature an Indian Air Force flypast and performances by various bands.The celebrations will coincide with preparations for Bharat Parv-2026, scheduled to be held at Ektanagar from Nov 1 to 15. The state tourism department plans to set up a special dome city to accommodate visitors attending the events.The statement said temporary accommodation facilities will be available from Oct 29 to Nov 15, subject to availability.
