Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel death anniversary: Lesser-known facts about the great leader

Today is the 72nd death anniversary of the Iron Man of India. On the occasion of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Death Anniversary, here are lesser-known facts about this freedom fighter.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel played a prominent role in India’s freedom struggle. He was a well-educated, influential political figure and was the first Home Minister and the first Deputy Prime Minister of India, serving from August 15, 1947, to December 15, 1950. Working under Mahatma Gandhi, he followed his path and actively participated in the struggle for Independence.

What are the lesser-known facts about Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel?

Born on October 31, 1875, in Nadiad, Gujarat, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s role in pre- and post-Independent India is often exhibited in contemporary Indian political movements and state affairs. He began his career as a barrister and then entered politics, later becoming the president Indian National Congress. His dedication to the national integration of the newly formed India made him earn the title ‘Iron Man of India.’

After facing a massive heart attack, he breathed his last on December 15, 1950, in Bombay. On Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Death Anniversary, let’s know some lesser-known facts about him.

At the age of 16, he was married to Jhaverba Patel.

He passed his matriculation exams at 22, which was comparatively higher than his peers.

He suffered the bubonic plague when the pandemic hit Gujarat.

He had to spend several years away from his family and study from borrowed books.

He studied and practiced law in Godhra before we moved to England to become a Barrister.

FAQs.

1. Did Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel contest municipal elections?
Patel fought and won Ahmedabad municipal election in 1917.