Vallabhbhai Patel birth anniversary: 10 inspiring quotes by the leader

Vallabhbhai Jhaverbhai Patel, famously known as Sardar Patel was the first Deputy Prime Minister of India. A barrister and a statesman, Patel was a leader of the Indian National Congress and played a significant role in India's struggle for freedom against the British. Born and brought up in Gujarat, Patel, in the capacity of a lawyer, had freed several peasants in non-violent civil disobedience movement from Kheda, Bardoli and Borsad and later came to be known as one of the most influential leaders in Gujarat. He also, later promoted Quit India Movement and remains an inspirational figure till today. On his birth anniversary, we bring to you some of his most powerful quotes. (Designed by Nidhi Mishra/The Indian Express)

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