Former President and renowned scientist Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, also known as the ‘Missile Man of India’, was born on October 15, 1931, in Tamil Nadu. On this day, World Students’ Day is observed, marking his birth anniversary who made major contributions to the nation in several fields.

<p>Former President and renowned scientist Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, also known as the ‘Missile Man of India’, was born on October 15, 1931, in Tamil Nadu. On this day, World Students’ Day is observed, marking his birth anniversary who made major contributions to the nation in several fields.</p>

From missiles to nuclear program: APJ Abdul Kalam’s 7 major contributions for India

<p>World Students Day is observed every year on October 15. The day honours former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who played an important role in shaping India’s science and technological development. He was a scientist and teacher and contributed significantly to the education field of the country.</p>

<h2>Why is World Students Day celebrated?</h2>

<p>The day is celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who was also known as the Missile Man of India for his significant efforts for the Defence Research and Development Organisation. He played an important role in several projects including India's first Satellite Launch Vehicle, the first nuclear test, Project Devil, and Project Valiant.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In 2002, Dr Kalam became the president. During his term, he contributed greatly to the field of education. He was a passionate teacher and motivator for young minds. He regularly visited educational institutions and became inspiration for students. Dr Kalam emphasised the importance of education for both personal and societal development.</p>

<p>World Students Day is celebrated to acknowledge and honour his works and celebrate the achievements of students across the globe. It reminds us of the importance of education which has the power to change the world. It also honours Dr Kalam’s belief that students are the future leaders of the world.</p>

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<h2>Significance of World Students Day</h2>

<p>Dr APJ Abdul Kalam has inspired many youth and students with his teachings and determination. World Students Day is celebrated to provide students with an opportunity to acknowledge their achievements. The day encourages students to keep learning and aiming for excellence.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The day also aims to raise awareness of educational difficulties. It gives students a chance to voice the challenges they face during their education and to resolve the gaps within the education system.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


World Students Day is observed every year on October 15. The day honours former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who played an important role in shaping India’s science and technological development.

World Students Day is observed every year on October 15. The day honours former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who played an important role in shaping India’s science and technological development. He was a scientist and teacher and contributed significantly to the education field of the country. Why is World Students Day celebrated? The day is celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who was also known as the Missile Man of India for his significant efforts for the Defence Research and Development Organisation. He played an important role in several projects including India's first Satellite Launch Vehicle, the first nuclear test, Project Devil, and Project Valiant. Also read | How India celebrated Dussehra 2024: Ravana effigies burn bright as PM Modi, other leaders join festivities In 2002, Dr Kalam became the president. During his term, he contributed greatly to the field of education. He was a passionate teacher and motivator for young minds. He regularly visited educational institutions and became inspiration for students. Dr Kalam emphasised the importance of education for both personal and societal development. World Students Day is celebrated to acknowledge and honour his works and celebrate the achievements of students across the globe. It reminds us of the importance of education which has the power to change the world. It also honours Dr Kalam’s belief that students are the future leaders of the world. Also read | Interviewer asks techie to draw Indian flag, latter walks out of job interview Significance of World Students Day Dr APJ Abdul Kalam has inspired many youth and students with his teachings and determination. World Students Day is celebrated to provide students with an opportunity to acknowledge their achievements. The day encourages students to keep learning and aiming for excellence. The day also aims to raise awareness of educational difficulties. It gives students a chance to voice the challenges they face during their education and to resolve the gaps within the education system. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>October 15 marks the former president of India Dr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam's birth anniversary. On this day, the aerospace scientist and statesman is remembered across India for his many contributions to society.</p>

<p>After serving as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007, he came to be known as the "People's President". And, just after his term, he returned to his life of education, writing and public service. He was known for his love for books and many believed that his greatest possession was his collection of over 2500 books, which he loved and often recommended.</p>

<p>If you, too, are a bibliophile and need some recommendations of timeless books from the man known as the Missile Man of India. Read on!</p>

<p><strong>Tiya: A Parrot’s Journey Home by Samarpan</strong></p>

<p>In an interview given to DNA, Dr Kalam recommended this book. It tells the story of a parrot named Tiya, whose secure world is shaken and shattered when an unknown voice asks him to leave his house. The book narrates Tiya's journey through strange lands and his interactions with other sentient beings.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Tiruvalluvar’s Thirukkural</strong></p>

<p>Thirukkural is counted among the greatest Tamil literary and philosophical masterpieces of all time. It is a collection of couplets that guide its reader through life’s obstacles and cover political, spiritual, domestic and social spheres.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Light from Many Lamps by Lillian Eichler Watson&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Dr Kalam found this book in an old second-hand store and he once shared that picking it up was a life-changing moment for him. It later became his “guiding light” when he felt low. He often quoted lines from this book in his lectures and speeches.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Man the Unknown, Alexis Carrel</strong></p>

<p>This book is written by Nobel laureate and scientist Alexis Carrel and is particularly inspirational for those who wish to get into the medical field. It emphasises the importance of having a healthy mind, which then thrives in&nbsp;a healthy body.</p>

<p><strong>The Power, Rhonda Byrne</strong></p>

<p>This book&nbsp;deals with the topics of power, wealth, self-belief, affection and the objectives of life.&nbsp;If encourages the reader to concentrate on happy recollections instead of past not-so-good happenings to attract&nbsp;positive transformations.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>If you wish to read some books written by Dr Kalam himself, here's a list:</p>

<ul>
	<li>Advantage India: From Challenge to Opportunity</li>
	<li>Transcendence: My Spiritual Experiences with Pramukh Swamiji&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Reignited: Scientific Pathways to a Brighter Future</li>
	<li>Forge your Future: Candid, Forthright, Inspiring</li>
	<li>A Manifesto for Change: A Sequel to India 2020&nbsp;</li>
	<li>My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions</li>
</ul>

<p>"I heard all the time that people are reading less and less these days. Perhaps there are more distractions, and more gadgets, our lives are too busy to find a quiet corner and savour a book. Yet, this is a habit that we need to keep alive in ourselves and inculcate in future generations. Reading is to the mind what a good meal is to the body. It sustains, it nourishes, it helps us think, it helps us grow." - APJ Abdul Kalam.</p>


October 15 marks the former president of India Dr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam's birth anniversary. On this day, the aerospace scientist and statesman is remembered across India for his many contributions to society.

October 15 marks the former president of India Dr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam's birth anniversary. On this day, the aerospace scientist and statesman is remembered across India for his many contributions to society. After serving as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007, he came to be known as the "People's President". And, just after his term, he returned to his life of education, writing and public service. He was known for his love for books and many believed that his greatest possession was his collection of over 2500 books, which he loved and often recommended. If you, too, are a bibliophile and need some recommendations of timeless books from the man known as the Missile Man of India. Read on! Tiya: A Parrot’s Journey Home by Samarpan In an interview given to DNA, Dr Kalam recommended this book. It tells the story of a parrot named Tiya, whose secure world is shaken and shattered when an unknown voice asks him to leave his house. The book narrates Tiya's journey through strange lands and his interactions with other sentient beings. Tiruvalluvar’s Thirukkural Thirukkural is counted among the greatest Tamil literary and philosophical masterpieces of all time. It is a collection of couplets that guide its reader through life’s obstacles and cover political, spiritual, domestic and social spheres. Also read: What is quiet quitting and why is it trending? Light from Many Lamps by Lillian Eichler Watson Dr Kalam found this book in an old second-hand store and he once shared that picking it up was a life-changing moment for him. It later became his “guiding light” when he felt low. He often quoted lines from this book in his lectures and speeches. Man the Unknown, Alexis Carrel This book is written by Nobel laureate and scientist Alexis Carrel and is particularly inspirational for those who wish to get into the medical field. It emphasises the importance of having a healthy mind, which then thrives in a healthy body. The Power, Rhonda Byrne This book deals with the topics of power, wealth, self-belief, affection and the objectives of life. If encourages the reader to concentrate on happy recollections instead of past not-so-good happenings to attract positive transformations. Also read: International Dog Day 2022: History, significance and more If you wish to read some books written by Dr Kalam himself, here's a list: Advantage India: From Challenge to Opportunity Transcendence: My Spiritual Experiences with Pramukh Swamiji Reignited: Scientific Pathways to a Brighter Future Forge your Future: Candid, Forthright, Inspiring A Manifesto for Change: A Sequel to India 2020 My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions "I heard all the time that people are reading less and less these days. Perhaps there are more distractions, and more gadgets, our lives are too busy to find a quiet corner and savour a book. Yet, this is a habit that we need to keep alive in ourselves and inculcate in future generations. Reading is to the mind what a good meal is to the body. It sustains, it nourishes, it helps us think, it helps us grow." - APJ Abdul Kalam.

Seven timeless books recommended by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam

<p>India remembers its People’s President and veteran scientist Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his sixth death anniversary.<br />
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For a large number of Indians, Dr Kalam is known as a fisherman’s son-turned-scientist, who rose to the top post.<br />
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Fondly remembered as the ‘Missile Man’, Kalam worked for the Indian Government’s aerospace and defence establishments.</p>

<p>But this very ‘Missile Man’ Kalam had a narrow miss from an explosion, during his days as a young scientist with the fledgling Indian Space Research Organization.<br />
<br />
This and much more is revealed in veteran ISRO Scientist Padma Bhushan Nambi Narayanan’s autobiography- <em>'Ready To Fire'.&nbsp;</em><br />
<br />
<strong>Watch | WION Gravitas: Who is Nambi Narayanan? All you need to know</strong></p>

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<p>Cut to 1967, ISRO (then known as INCOSPAR) was in its nascent stage and operated out of a small church in the Thumba Fishing hamlet, in Kerala’s capital Thiruvananthapuram.</p>

<p>Most of the scientists working there were young graduates with a drive to experiment and learn as much as they could about a new discipline - Rocket science.</p>

<p>All they had were experimental rockets (known as sounding rockets) that were fired to an altitude of 100kms or less.</p>

<p>Most of these sounding rockets were offered by friendly foreign countries to conduct upper-atmospheric experiments.</p>

<p>For perspective, the sounding rockets of that era are a molehill when compared to the mountains (the PSLV and GSLV series) that ISRO launches today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While preparing for the launch of one such French Centaure rocket, a gunpowder-based igniter was being made by an ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan.</p>

<p>Once at the right altitude, the igniter would trigger a small explosion and release the rocket’s chemical payload into the atmosphere, thus helping conduct the experiment.</p>

<p>However, one day before the launch, Narayanan came across a scientific principle that their gunpowder would not fire at the height of 100km.</p>

<p>When Narayanan apprised Kalam of the same, he initially refused to accept it. But later, on Narayanan’s persuasion, the duo went on to test the theory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The duo set up a contraption where a sealed jar of gunpowder was connected to a vacuum pump (to create upper atmosphere-like thin air and low pressure). Multiple attempts were made to ignite it, but the 1942 theory by scientists Able and Noble was dead right!</p>

<p>Wanting to see up-close, this phenomenon of gunpowder behaving in an inert manner, a young Kalam poked his nose into the gunpowder-laden jar. The countdown had started and the assistant was ready to ignite the gunpowder, but that’s when Nambi Narayanan realized that the vacuum pump was not properly connected to the jar.</p>

<p>This meant that the gunpowder would explode as usual.</p>

<p>Within a second, Nambi Narayanan leapt across and pushed Kalam down to safety, before a blast rocked the room and glass splinters flew all across. After the smoke had settled, Kalam sat up and told Nambi, "See, it fired". This was how the young duo proved that Able and Noble were right and also that gunpowder would fire at normal pressure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Abdul Kalam later went on to work in various roles in ISRO, DRDO, and other government organizations, Nambi Narayanan went on to become the Father of Liquid Propulsion Rocket Engine Technology in India.</p>

<p>Narayanan and his team had developed the Vikas Engine (which was based on the French Viking engine)-a pioneering piece of technology that is still a crucial part of the PSLV and GSLV rockets even today.</p>

<p>It is noteworthy that Kalam was a proponent of solid-propulsion (using solid fuels) whereas Nambi Narayanan was a proponent of liquid-propellant rockets. Nambi always believed that India had to focus on liquid propulsion, in order to build heavy-lift capability rockets.</p>

<p>Eventually, Nambi’s expertise and foresight in liquid propulsion proved right and gave birth to India’s PSLV and GSLV rockets, whereas Kalam’s expertise in solid propulsion gave India its arsenal of missiles.</p>

<p>Nambi Narayanan was heading India’s Cryogenic engine development programme in 1994 when he was wrongly jailed and tortured by the Kerala Police and Intelligence bureau.</p>

<p>This was a fabricated spy case, known as the ISRO spy case. The Supreme Court of India had cleared Nambi of all charges and the government of India had awarded him the Padma Bhushan. The investigation into a larger conspiracy by the Kerala Police (during the then Congress-led Govt) and Intelligence Bureau officials is underway today.</p>


India remembers its People’s President and veteran scientist Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his sixth death anniversary. For a large number of Indians, Dr Kalam is known as a fisherman’s son-turned-scientist, who rose to the top post.

India remembers its People’s President and veteran scientist Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his sixth death anniversary. For a large number of Indians, Dr Kalam is known as a fisherman’s son-turned-scientist, who rose to the top post. Fondly remembered as the ‘Missile Man’, Kalam worked for the Indian Government’s aerospace and defence establishments. But this very ‘Missile Man’ Kalam had a narrow miss from an explosion, during his days as a young scientist with the fledgling Indian Space Research Organization. This and much more is revealed in veteran ISRO Scientist Padma Bhushan Nambi Narayanan’s autobiography- 'Ready To Fire'. Watch | WION Gravitas: Who is Nambi Narayanan? All you need to know Cut to 1967, ISRO (then known as INCOSPAR) was in its nascent stage and operated out of a small church in the Thumba Fishing hamlet, in Kerala’s capital Thiruvananthapuram. Most of the scientists working there were young graduates with a drive to experiment and learn as much as they could about a new discipline - Rocket science. All they had were experimental rockets (known as sounding rockets) that were fired to an altitude of 100kms or less. Most of these sounding rockets were offered by friendly foreign countries to conduct upper-atmospheric experiments. For perspective, the sounding rockets of that era are a molehill when compared to the mountains (the PSLV and GSLV series) that ISRO launches today. While preparing for the launch of one such French Centaure rocket, a gunpowder-based igniter was being made by an ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan. Once at the right altitude, the igniter would trigger a small explosion and release the rocket’s chemical payload into the atmosphere, thus helping conduct the experiment. However, one day before the launch, Narayanan came across a scientific principle that their gunpowder would not fire at the height of 100km. When Narayanan apprised Kalam of the same, he initially refused to accept it. But later, on Narayanan’s persuasion, the duo went on to test the theory. The duo set up a contraption where a sealed jar of gunpowder was connected to a vacuum pump (to create upper atmosphere-like thin air and low pressure). Multiple attempts were made to ignite it, but the 1942 theory by scientists Able and Noble was dead right! Wanting to see up-close, this phenomenon of gunpowder behaving in an inert manner, a young Kalam poked his nose into the gunpowder-laden jar. The countdown had started and the assistant was ready to ignite the gunpowder, but that’s when Nambi Narayanan realized that the vacuum pump was not properly connected to the jar. This meant that the gunpowder would explode as usual. Within a second, Nambi Narayanan leapt across and pushed Kalam down to safety, before a blast rocked the room and glass splinters flew all across. After the smoke had settled, Kalam sat up and told Nambi, "See, it fired". This was how the young duo proved that Able and Noble were right and also that gunpowder would fire at normal pressure. While Abdul Kalam later went on to work in various roles in ISRO, DRDO, and other government organizations, Nambi Narayanan went on to become the Father of Liquid Propulsion Rocket Engine Technology in India. Narayanan and his team had developed the Vikas Engine (which was based on the French Viking engine)-a pioneering piece of technology that is still a crucial part of the PSLV and GSLV rockets even today. It is noteworthy that Kalam was a proponent of solid-propulsion (using solid fuels) whereas Nambi Narayanan was a proponent of liquid-propellant rockets. Nambi always believed that India had to focus on liquid propulsion, in order to build heavy-lift capability rockets. Eventually, Nambi’s expertise and foresight in liquid propulsion proved right and gave birth to India’s PSLV and GSLV rockets, whereas Kalam’s expertise in solid propulsion gave India its arsenal of missiles. Nambi Narayanan was heading India’s Cryogenic engine development programme in 1994 when he was wrongly jailed and tortured by the Kerala Police and Intelligence bureau. This was a fabricated spy case, known as the ISRO spy case. The Supreme Court of India had cleared Nambi of all charges and the government of India had awarded him the Padma Bhushan. The investigation into a larger conspiracy by the Kerala Police (during the then Congress-led Govt) and Intelligence Bureau officials is underway today.

When scientist Nambi Narayanan saved Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's life at an ISRO lab

Nation celebrates ex-president Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's 89th birth anniversary

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid homage to former President and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/nation-celebrates-missile-man-and-former-president-dr-apj-abdul-kalams-88th-birth-anniversary-255990#early-life-255972">'Missile Man' of India</a>, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his 88th birth anniversary.</p>

<p>Remembering Dr Kalam's contributions to the country, PM Modi said, "His ideal life will keep on inspiring the people of the country".</p>

<p>"My heartfelt tribute to Dr APJ Abdul Kalam <em>ji</em> on his anniversary. He dreamt of the India of 21st century, which was capable and then went on to give his exceptional contribution to the goal. His ideal life will keep on inspiring the people of the country. India salutes Dr APJ Abdul Kalamji on his Jayanti," PM Modi wrote on Twitter.</p>

<p>Among the various other leaders, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tribute to the late leader. He said that Dr Kalam was "People's President who would continue to live in the hearts and mind of the people of India."</p>

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<p>Along with Singh, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria and Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh also paid&nbsp;tributes to Dr Kalam, at Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Bhawan in Delhi.</p>

<p>Born on October 15, 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Dr Kalam specialised in Aeronautical Engineering from Madras Institute of Technology.&nbsp;After having a successful career as an aerospace scientist, he went on to become the 11th President of India and served the country from 2002 to 2007.</p>

<p>In 2010, the United Nations decided to recognise October 15 as World Student Day as Dr Kalam was known for his dedications towards teaching. He always referred to himself as a teacher first.</p>

<p>Union Minister Prakash Javadekar while paying tribute to Kalam, reminded citizens that it was due to his extreme love and dedication to the students that the former President's birthday was celebrated as the World Students Day.</p>

<p>"The birthday of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam - the most popular President of India -is celebrated as World Students Day. He was a real teacher and loved students and even died while delivering a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management Shillong. My tributes to the Bharat Ratna Abdul Kalam," Javadekar's tweet read.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Dr Kalam&nbsp;suffered a cardiac arrest on July 27, 2015, and passed away while giving a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management in Shillong.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid homage to former President and 'Missile Man' of India, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his 88th birth anniversary. Remembering Dr Kalam's contributions to the country, PM Modi said, "His ideal life will keep on inspiring the people of the country".

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid homage to former President and 'Missile Man' of India, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his 88th birth anniversary. Remembering Dr Kalam's contributions to the country, PM Modi said, "His ideal life will keep on inspiring the people of the country". "My heartfelt tribute to Dr APJ Abdul Kalam ji on his anniversary. He dreamt of the India of 21st century, which was capable and then went on to give his exceptional contribution to the goal. His ideal life will keep on inspiring the people of the country. India salutes Dr APJ Abdul Kalamji on his Jayanti," PM Modi wrote on Twitter. Among the various other leaders, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tribute to the late leader. He said that Dr Kalam was "People's President who would continue to live in the hearts and mind of the people of India." Remembering former President of India and a phenomenal scientist, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam on his birth anniversary. He was a people’s president who would continue to live in the hearts and minds of the people of India. I bow to him on his jayanti. — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 15, 2019 × Along with Singh, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria and Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh also paid tributes to Dr Kalam, at Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Bhawan in Delhi. Born on October 15, 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Dr Kalam specialised in Aeronautical Engineering from Madras Institute of Technology. After having a successful career as an aerospace scientist, he went on to become the 11th President of India and served the country from 2002 to 2007. In 2010, the United Nations decided to recognise October 15 as World Student Day as Dr Kalam was known for his dedications towards teaching. He always referred to himself as a teacher first. Union Minister Prakash Javadekar while paying tribute to Kalam, reminded citizens that it was due to his extreme love and dedication to the students that the former President's birthday was celebrated as the World Students Day. "The birthday of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam - the most popular President of India -is celebrated as World Students Day. He was a real teacher and loved students and even died while delivering a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management Shillong. My tributes to the Bharat Ratna Abdul Kalam," Javadekar's tweet read. The birthday of Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam - The most popular President of India -is celebrated as #WorldStudentsDay . He was a real teacher & loved students & even died while delivering a lecture at the Indian Inst. of Management Shillong. My tributes to the #BharatRatna #Abdulkalam pic.twitter.com/MrhJWz4Vb9 — Prakash Javadekar (@PrakashJavdekar) October 15, 2019 × Dr Kalam suffered a cardiac arrest on July 27, 2015, and passed away while giving a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management in Shillong.

PM Modi pays tribute to 'Missile Man' Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his 88th birth anniversary

<p>Going down the memory lane, people from different walks of life fondly remembered former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, popularly known as the 'Missile Man of India', on his fourth death anniversary on Saturday.</p>

<p>Born on October 15, 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Dr Kalam specialised in Aeronautical Engineering from Madras Institute of Technology. After having a successful career as an aerospace scientist, he went on to become the 11th President of India (2002-2007). He was fondly called 'People's President' by many for his friendly approach towards people.</p>

<p>Dr Kalam was responsible for the development and operationalisation of AGNI and PRITHVI missiles and for building indigenous capability in critical technologies through networking of multiple institutions. He was the Scientific Adviser to Defence Minister and Secretary, Department of Defence Research and Development from July 1992 to December 1999.</p>

<p>He received honorary doctorates from 30 universities and institutions. He has been awarded the coveted civilian awards - Padma Bhushan (1981) and Padma Vibhushan (1990) and the highest civilian award Bharat Ratna (1997). Among his literary works include "Wings of Fire", "India 2020 - A Vision for the New Millennium", "My journey" and "Ignited Minds - Unleashing the power within India".</p>

<p>Paying homage to Dr Kalam, Union Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted, "Tributes to our former President, Bharat Ratna Dr. Kalam APJ Abdul Kalam ji on his <em>punyatithi</em>. He was an outstanding scientist and a great motivator whose teachings has inspired millions of lives. A nation can never forget his monumental contribution in the field of science &amp; technology."</p>

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— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) <a href="https://twitter.com/AmitShah/status/1154962490238758913?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 27, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>A post on the official Twitter handle of BJP read, "Our humble tribute to the 'Missile Man', former President of India, Bharat Ratna Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam whose life continues to inspire millions of youth."</p>

<p>Congress also remembered the former President on his death anniversary and tweeted, " Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, known as the Missile Man of India, played pivotal roles in INCOSPAR, ISRO, DRDO &amp; the missile program from 1960 to 1999. He served as the 11th President &amp; was awarded the Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan. We remember him on his death anniversary."</p>

<p>Taking to Twitter, the Indian Army said Dr Kalam "shall continue to inspire us."</p>

<p>"Indian Army salutes Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, Former President and The Missile Man on his death anniversary. You shall continue to inspire us &amp; shall keep igniting our minds," read a post on the official page of the Indian Army.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianArmy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndianArmy</a> salutes Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, Former President and The Missile Man on his death anniversary. You shall continue to inspire us &amp; shall keep igniting our minds<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Proud?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Proud</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Honour?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Honour</a> <a href="https://t.co/vN47It2jYK">pic.twitter.com/vN47It2jYK</a></p>
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<p>"#missileman" and "#APJAbdulKalam" have been trending since morning on Twitter.</p>

<p>Amul India too paid tribute to Dr Kalam with catchy phrases like 'Qayamat se Kalaamat tak' and 'Kalaam, Aaj aur Kal'.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">In honor of the beloved former President of India <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/APJAbdulKalam?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#APJAbdulKalam</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MissileMan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MissileMan</a> <a href="https://t.co/KV89AiqjEL">pic.twitter.com/KV89AiqjEL</a></p>
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<p>Hailing Kalam as a "complete Indian", a netizen wrote, "The complete Indian... One who was born in India... One who studied and graduated in India... One who served the country... One who died in India #APJAbdulKalam sir.... You are still alive in our hearts. We love you sir. You are an inspiration to millions of hearts," the user tweeted.</p>

<p>Another one added, "People's President, inspiration to the youth and teacher to millions...!!! Tributes to our #missileman Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on his 4th death anniversary"</p>

<p>Kalam, 83, passed away on July 27, 2015, while delivering a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong.<br />
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Going down the memory lane, people from different walks of life fondly remembered former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, popularly known as the 'Missile Man of India', on his fourth death anniversary on Saturday.

Going down the memory lane, people from different walks of life fondly remembered former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, popularly known as the 'Missile Man of India', on his fourth death anniversary on Saturday. Born on October 15, 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Dr Kalam specialised in Aeronautical Engineering from Madras Institute of Technology. After having a successful career as an aerospace scientist, he went on to become the 11th President of India (2002-2007). He was fondly called 'People's President' by many for his friendly approach towards people. Dr Kalam was responsible for the development and operationalisation of AGNI and PRITHVI missiles and for building indigenous capability in critical technologies through networking of multiple institutions. He was the Scientific Adviser to Defence Minister and Secretary, Department of Defence Research and Development from July 1992 to December 1999. He received honorary doctorates from 30 universities and institutions. He has been awarded the coveted civilian awards - Padma Bhushan (1981) and Padma Vibhushan (1990) and the highest civilian award Bharat Ratna (1997). Among his literary works include "Wings of Fire", "India 2020 - A Vision for the New Millennium", "My journey" and "Ignited Minds - Unleashing the power within India". Paying homage to Dr Kalam, Union Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted, "Tributes to our former President, Bharat Ratna Dr. Kalam APJ Abdul Kalam ji on his punyatithi. He was an outstanding scientist and a great motivator whose teachings has inspired millions of lives. A nation can never forget his monumental contribution in the field of science & technology." Tributes to our former President, Bharat Ratna Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam ji on his punyatithi. He was an outstanding scientist and a great motivator whose teachings has inspired millions of lives. Nation can never forget his monumental contribution in the field of science & technology. pic.twitter.com/NoorWG5wmH — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) July 27, 2019 × A post on the official Twitter handle of BJP read, "Our humble tribute to the 'Missile Man', former President of India, Bharat Ratna Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam whose life continues to inspire millions of youth." Congress also remembered the former President on his death anniversary and tweeted, " Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, known as the Missile Man of India, played pivotal roles in INCOSPAR, ISRO, DRDO & the missile program from 1960 to 1999. He served as the 11th President & was awarded the Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan. We remember him on his death anniversary." Taking to Twitter, the Indian Army said Dr Kalam "shall continue to inspire us." "Indian Army salutes Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, Former President and The Missile Man on his death anniversary. You shall continue to inspire us & shall keep igniting our minds," read a post on the official page of the Indian Army. #IndianArmy salutes Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, Former President and The Missile Man on his death anniversary. You shall continue to inspire us & shall keep igniting our minds#Proud #Honour pic.twitter.com/vN47It2jYK — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) July 27, 2019 × "#missileman" and "#APJAbdulKalam" have been trending since morning on Twitter. Amul India too paid tribute to Dr Kalam with catchy phrases like 'Qayamat se Kalaamat tak' and 'Kalaam, Aaj aur Kal'. In honor of the beloved former President of India #APJAbdulKalam #MissileMan pic.twitter.com/KV89AiqjEL — Amul.coop (@Amul_Coop) July 27, 2019 × Hailing Kalam as a "complete Indian", a netizen wrote, "The complete Indian... One who was born in India... One who studied and graduated in India... One who served the country... One who died in India #APJAbdulKalam sir.... You are still alive in our hearts. We love you sir. You are an inspiration to millions of hearts," the user tweeted. Another one added, "People's President, inspiration to the youth and teacher to millions...!!! Tributes to our #missileman Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on his 4th death anniversary" Kalam, 83, passed away on July 27, 2015, while delivering a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong.

Nation remembers 'People's President' Dras on fourth death anniversary

<p>Electricity connection at former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's alma mater 'Mandapam Panchayat union middle school' in Rameswaram has been cut off by electricity board after the school management failed to pay the electricity bill for two years.</p>

<p>The school authorities, however, said that they stopped paying the electricity bill after the state government took up the responsibility. &nbsp;</p>

<p>''Earlier we used to pay the bill but stopped doing that after state govt took up responsibility for it. Now pending bills are more than Rs 10,000. We contacted the Electricity Board and they have agreed to provide electricity only for 5 more days,'' said village education committee president.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Earlier we used to pay bill but stopped doing that after state govt took up responsibility for it. Now pending bills are more than Rs 10,000. We contacted the Electricity Board and they have agreed to provide electricity only for 5 more days: Village Education Committee President <a href="https://t.co/f70GtBm3SL">pic.twitter.com/f70GtBm3SL</a></p>
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The school authorities, however, said that they stopped paying the electricity bill after the state government took up the responsibility.

Electricity connection at former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's alma mater 'Mandapam Panchayat union middle school' in Rameswaram has been cut off by electricity board after the school management failed to pay the electricity bill for two years. The school authorities, however, said that they stopped paying the electricity bill after the state government took up the responsibility. ''Earlier we used to pay the bill but stopped doing that after state govt took up responsibility for it. Now pending bills are more than Rs 10,000. We contacted the Electricity Board and they have agreed to provide electricity only for 5 more days,'' said village education committee president. Earlier we used to pay bill but stopped doing that after state govt took up responsibility for it. Now pending bills are more than Rs 10,000. We contacted the Electricity Board and they have agreed to provide electricity only for 5 more days: Village Education Committee President pic.twitter.com/f70GtBm3SL — ANI (@ANI) April 19, 2018 ×

Power supply to former president Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's alma mater snapped