"Nation Salutes Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Unifier of India Nation-wide campaign of Rastriya Ekta Saptah" is going to be observed from 31st October to 6th November 2016 on the occasion of Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

As part of promoting the Nation-wide Campaign, the Institute has decided to conduct Marathon Race (IIT Main Gate to Khordha Railway Station) on 5th November 2016. In addition, following events also will be conducted during the week in memory of the "Unifier" Sardar Vallbhbhai Patel.

• Short clips on Unification
• Interdepartmental Competition
• Essay writing
• Dramas, Songs and Plays
• Creative Slogan