Short biography APJ Abdul Kalam

 APJ Abdul Kalam, also known as Missile Man Abul Pakir Jainul Abdin Abdul Kalam, He was an accomplished Indian scientist and politician who held the office of the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007 and served with utmost sincerity. He was born on 15 October 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, India. He died on 27 July 2015 in Shillong, Meghalaya, India. 

27 July 2015

        Kalam was born in a Tamil Muslim family and grew up in a humble background. His father was a boat owner and his mother was a housewife. Despite financial difficulties, Kalam was a bright student and began his educational journey at Rameswaram Elementary School and later attended Schwartz Higher Secondary School in Ramanathapuram. 

          He studied physics at St. Joseph's College, Tiruchirappalli and then aerospace engineering at the Madras Institute of Technology. 

          After completing his studies, Kalam joined the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) in 1958. He played a key role in the development of India's first satellite launch vehicle, SLV-III, which successfully launched the Rohini satellite in 1983. He also worked on several other defense projects, including the development of the Agni and Prithvi missiles.

          Kalam was known for his inspirational speeches and motivational writings, and was widely known as the "People's President". He was a strong supporter of science education and was often referred to as the "Missile Man of India" for his contribution to the country's missile development program.

           In 1997, Kalam received India's highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna, for his contributions to science and engineering. He was also awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1981 and the Padma Vibhushan in 1990.

           In 2002, Kalam was elected President of India succeeding K.R. During his presidency, Kalam focused on promoting education, especially in rural areas, and has launched several initiatives to encourage young people to pursue careers in science and technology. After his presidency, Kalam remained an active advocate for science education and research. And remained a popular figure in India. He has authored several books, including "Wings of Fire" and "Ignited Minds", which have been widely read and appreciated. 

          Kalam died of a heart attack on 27 July 2015 while delivering a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management, Shillong. He was widely mourned in India, and his contributions to science and education continued to inspire generations of young people.

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