APJ Abdul Kalam’s contributions to science, technology, and national development, coupled with his humility and passion for inspiring the youth, have earned him a place of admiration and reverence in the hearts of people across India and the world. Some of his significant contributions include:
Kalam played a crucial role in the development of India’s ballistic missile and space programs. He was the key figure in the successful development of the Agni and Prithvi missiles, which bolstered India’s defence capabilities.
As the Chief Scientific Adviser to the Prime Minister and the head of the Indian Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Kalam played a pivotal role in India’s successful nuclear tests in Pokhran in 1998, establishing India as a nuclear power.
Kalam was closely associated with India’s space research organization, ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation). He advocated and supported the development of various satellite launch vehicles, including the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV).
Kalam was a visionary leader who articulated the concept of “Vision 2020,” a blueprint for transforming India into a developed nation by the year 2020. He emphasized the importance of technology, education, and sustainable development in achieving this goal.
Kalam was an inspiration to millions, especially the youth of India. He actively engaged with students and encouraged them to pursue careers in science and technology. His speeches and interactions with students will motivate generations to aim high and work towards a better India. The government of India celebrates APJ Abdul Kalam’s birthday as World Student Day on October 15 annually. Also, an island near the coast of Orrisa was renamed APJ Abdul Kalam Island after his death on 4 September 2015.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays his last respects at the body of former President APJ Abdul Kalam at Palam Air Force Station in New Delhi on July 28, 2015, after its arrival from Guwahati.
Soldiers carry the body of former President APJ Abdul Kalam, wrapped with the national flag, during a wreath-laying ceremony at the airport in New Delhi on July 28, 2015.
The body of former President APJ Abdul Kalam is transported from the airport to his house in New Delhi on July 28, 2015.
An Armyman carries the national flag during a ceremony for former President APJ Abdul Kalam outside his house in New Delhi on July 28, 2015.
Congress president Sonia Gandhi leaves after paying homage to former president APJ Abdul Kalam at his house in New Delhi on July 28, 2015.
The body of former President APJ Abdul Kalam is transported from the airport to his house in New Delhi on July 28, 2015.
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh leaves after paying homage to former President APJ Abdul Kalam at his house in New Delhi on July 28, 2015.
The national flag flies at half-mast at Parliament House in New Delhi to mourn former President APJ Abdul Kalam’s demise in New Delhi on July 28, 2015.
The national flag flies at half-mast at the President’s House in New Delhi on July 28, 2015.
Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik gives tribute through his sand sculpture to former President and scientist, APJ Abdul Kalam (83) at Puri beach, some 65 km from Bhubaneswar on July 28, 2015.
Schoolgirls hold candles as they sit in front of a portrait of former President APJ Abdul Kalam during a prayer ceremony in Chennai on July 28, 2015.
Schoolgirls hold candles as they sit in front of a portrait of former President APJ Abdul Kalam during a prayer ceremony in Chennai on July 28, 2015.
Schoolgirls hold candles as they sit in front of a portrait of former President APJ Abdul Kalam during a prayer ceremony in Chennai on July 28, 2015.
Soldiers use their mobile phones to take pictures of the body of former President APJ Abdul Kalam, wrapped with the national flag, outside Kalam’s residence in New Delhi on July 28, 2015.
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