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Rashtriya Ekta Diwas: What's inside Statue of Unity, how to visit, and why it was built

Every October 31, India celebrates National Unity Day remembering the vision of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India. But there is one tribute that rises higher than any other and quite ...
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IRCTC introduces ‘4 Jyotirlinga & Statue of Unity Yatra’ package starting at INR 39,750

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCT) has introduced a spiritual tour in India covering 4 main Jyotirlinga temples in India. Known as ‘04 Jyotirlinga & Statue of Unity Yatra’ (NZBG65) ...
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Ram Sutar, ‘Statue of Unity’ Sculptor, Dies At 100

NEW DELHI – Renowned sculptor Ram Vanji Sutar, whose artistic vision gave form to the Statue of Unity in Gujarat and shaped the visual identity of modern India, passed away at his residence in Noida.
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Statue of Unity

The world’s tallest statue, which was unveiled last fall, stands at 597 ft. on an island in the Narmada River. It towers over the Sardar Sarovar Dam in the western Indian state of Gujarat, offering ...