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the scientist realised that he forgot keeping his parental duties. Going back home with a guilty
heart he was amazed to know that his son was not at home. Instead he was at his exhibition.
It was Dr Kalam, who on noticing that the scientist was not leaving his work, thought to keep
his father’s promise to the child by taking him to the exhibition personally. It clearly shows
“Dreams is not how much he valued his men. Because it is men who makes or breaks an organisation.

what you see in Small instances like refusing to sit on a chair offered to him on a seminar at IIT Varanasi
just because its size was bigger than the rest shows how much he believed in being equal.
Personally sending a handwritten thank you card to a kid who sketched his portrait inspired
sleep is the by his book “Wings of Fire” shows how polite he was to respond and acknowledge every good

and positive deed.
thing which He was one of those respected souls in this country whose contribution to our society as

doesn’t let you a scientist, leader and President has been most prominent. Once his terms as a President
were over, Kalam visited various reverend institutes and universities present in India as their
sleep” visiting professor. He loved sharing knowledge and motivating people towards the big picture
of life.

Dr. Abdul Kalam Early childhood and education - It was unknown to parents Jainulabdeen and Ashiamma
that one day their son will become the first citizen of India. Dr A.P.J Kalam served the country
as its 11th President since year 2002 till 2007. The pure heart of the child got its nurture
Reading success stories of greatest professionals stimulates motivational enzyme within us and and care in the humble surroundings of the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Born in a poor
we all wish to emulate them on path of success. family Kalam soon understood that he has to sponsor his own education by all means. From
a very early age Kalam started earning his and his families living by distributing newspapers.
Following above you will read today motivational story of our beloved President and Missile However, money never lured him away from gaining knowledge. His ever growing thirst to gain
Man of India, Late Dr. Abdul Kalam: The Man Who Taught Us to Be Human First!!
knowledge compelled him to complete his studies successfully. In the Institute of Technology
in Madras after studying aerospace engineering he graduated in the year 1960 after which he
Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam usually referred as A. P. J. Abdul Kalam was the 11th joined in the DRDO or the Aeronautical Development Establishment of the Defense Research
President of India for the term 2002 to 2007. Popularly known as the People’s President he and Development Organization as their scientist.
was the chief brain behind India’s attainment of the nuclear status in the global arena and
was known as the ‘Missile Man of India’ for his work on development of ballistic missiles and Career - This multi dimensional persona was a well known scientist exhibiting enormous
space rocket technology.
and endless for science and technological research and development. It was he who made
our country nuclear in its truest sense. It was in the year 1974, under the supervision of
Last year it was noticed that the presence of condolence messages about the demise of Dr Kalam, India underwent its first nuclear test. Next came the Pokhran –II in the year 1988.
Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam on banners held at tea shops and auto rickshaws. At first, it was It was through these nuclear tests Dr Kalam showed the world India’s position and power in
surprising and wonderful that why shop owners are displaying his picture and messages. In a nuclear technology.
country where hardly common men and women are aware about who the current President is,
what is it that made these people showcase love and affection on his death? It was definitely Awards and achievements - His works awarded him three renowned awards from the Govt.
not a political cause as Kalam was not a political leader. It was because this man touched of India namely- Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan and the Bharat Ratna. In the year
every heart in a big and meaningful way. It was on his third visit to Rajiv Gandhi Indian 1997, Kalam was also awarded with the Indira Gandhi Award for National Integration. He was
Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong on July 27th, 2015 when the former President and awarded the Veer Savarkar Award in the year 1980 and the Ramanujan Award in the year
world renowned scientist collapsed while giving lecture to the students.
2000.From 40 universities all across the world, Kalam received honorary doctorates.

An ineffaceable mark is created in the minds of millions of Indians by our “People’s President” Works - He was the proud author of numerous inspirational books like “India 2010”, “Ignited
the late Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Very few eminent public figures that history has witnessed had Minds”, “Mission India”, “The Luminous Sparks”, “Wings of Fire” and “Inspiring Thoughts”.
created such a deep influence even after their demise. This magical name sends an electrical
signal to every soul in our country who wants to be truly successful. He always preferred to His life, work and beliefs are filled with examples and inspirations. He will continue to
converse with people directly instead of using the web or the electronic media. He was very less inspire us forever. And this is the real reason why people from all the sections of the society
aware of protocols and security measures. He loved spending quality time amongst students spontaneously shown love for this great human being on his sad demise at IIM Shillong on
in various schools, colleges and universities to interact with them and to inspire them to be 27th July 2015.
better individuals when they grow up.
May This Noble & Pious Soul rest in Peace!!
There are numerous experiences of people who worked by the side of this man who has
been deeply motivated by his honest care, affection and thoughtfulness. It was once, under Mother India is proud of you ‘Sir’ forever and wishes to have sons like you!!
a very tight project launch a scientist working under him requested an early leave as he was
supposed to take his son to an exhibition. Engrossed in his work, it was three hours late when Courtesy : www.mbarendezvous.com Compiled by Sham Kutty

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