Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Birth Anniversary
Birth: Born on 15 October 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, India, Dr. Kalam is famously known as the “Missile Man of India.”
Achievements:
Played a key role in India’s missile and space programs.
Made significant contributions to India’s second Pokhran nuclear test in 1998.
Elected as India’s 11th President in 2002.
After completing his five-year term, he continued contributing to education, writing, and public service.
Death: Passed away on 27 July 2015 in Shillong.
Honors:
Awarded India’s highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna, in 1997.
Widely known as the “People’s President.”
Some of His Major Books:
Wings of Fire – Autobiography of A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
India 2020: A Vision for the New Millennium
Ignited Minds – On India’s internal strength and potential
My Journey: Turning Dreams into Action – Life journey and achieving dreams
Thoughts for Change – Inspirational thoughts and ideas shared by Kalam
