Is Akhand Bharat Possible? | Sardar Patel |

 Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, is credited for unifying the Indian subcontinent. He is often referred to as the architect of modern India. Patel was an ardent believer in the concept of Akhand Bharat, which means ‘united India’. This concept was based on the idea of an undivided India, where all the regions of the subcontinent were to be united under one central government. The concept of Akhand Bharat gained momentum in the 1940s, when India was on the brink of independence. Patel was a staunch advocate of this concept and believed it was essential for India to progress as a nation.

However, the concept of Akhand Bharat has been widely debated over the years. The main argument against this concept is that it is a utopian idea, which is not feasible in the current political and social climate. India is a diverse nation with various religions, cultures, languages, and ethnicities. Therefore, it is unlikely that all these different communities will be able to coexist in a single political unit. In addition, the current divisions between India and Pakistan, and between India and Bangladesh make it difficult to envision a united India. These divisions have been in place for decades and have been further entrenched by the conflict between the two countries. Despite these arguments against the concept of Akhand Bharat, Patel remained firm in his belief in the idea. He believed that the only way to achieve a united India was through mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation. Patel’s vision for a united India was based on the principles of secularism and democracy. He believed that these values would ensure that all communities had equal rights and opportunities. Today, Patel’s belief in the concept of Akhand Bharat remains strong. Although the idea of a unified India may seem like a distant dream, the spirit of Akhand Bharat still persists in India. The diversity of the nation is celebrated, and the values of democracy, secularism, and tolerance are upheld. Patel’s dream of a unified India may never be realized, but his vision of a nation that respects and celebrates diversity will always remain alive.