Sardar Patel

Memoriam of the Great Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel
Who was the first Vice Prime Minister and Home Minister
United each petty kingdom and state and made them dwell
In a single unit, and thus he did administer...

Ironman, he was called, due to his determination.
Kings and kingdoms, like thatched huts of coconut leaves, he shook.
For a united nation, he had no hesitation.
For this, each and every possible means he undertook

We heard, as a barrister, when he was hearing a case
He happened to get a telegram and just kept quiet.
Death of his wife! Yet, as a man in war, he took his place.
Fraternally, he and Neheru tackled each riot.

We had such politicians those days, I'm sorry to say.
We lack such. Is this why we have to go the statue way...?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Rodrigues Avatar
November 10, 2023 at 5:42 AM
He happened to get a telegram and just kept quiet. Death of his wife! Yet, as a man in war, he took his place. Great write!
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