Never stop fighting until you arrive at your destined place – that is, the unique you. Have an aim in life, continuously acquire knowledge, work hard, and have the perseverance to realize a great life - by APJ Abdul Kalam.
Kalam did a lot for our country whether as a president or a scientist. When he was a part of the “INCOSPAR” committee, He has worked under the space scientist named Vikram Sarabhai. In 1969 Kalam was transferred to ISRO (Indian Space Research Organization). The project Satellite Launch Vehicle (SLV-III) which was the country’s one of the important project was led by Abdul Kalam,
He was the head of the project. “Rohini” satellite was launched by SLV-III successfully near-earth orbit under Kalam’s leadership in July 1980. “Project Valiant” and “Project Devil” in 1970 were not successful but “Project Devil” played a huge role in the foundation of “Prithvi Missile” in 1980. He became the lead in the “Integrated Guided Missile Development program” (IGMDP) for which he had to become the chief of DRDO in 1983. Prithvi and Agni were developed by him under this mission.
He achieved one of the biggest successes in his life in May 1998, In “Pokhran-II” nuclear tests by India, he played an important role and lead the team. He became a national hero after the success of the tests and his popularity increased.
NDA (National Democratic Alliance) chose Kalam as the presidential nominee of India in 2002 and later he became the President. He served 5 years as president till 25th July 2007, he became the 11th president of India. During his time of president, he had a different work style and a very good connection with people, especially youth.
That’s why he was called “The people’s President”. According to the man himself, signing the “Office of Profit Bill” was the most difficult job in his tenure. He had to face many criticisms for some decisions he made.
He came into controversy when he recommended the president’s rule in Bihar. Another time he faced criticism when he did not take any action on mercy petitions, he only signed 1 of 21 mercy petitions.
Abdul Kalam became a visiting professor after the time end of his presidential era. He became a visiting professor at the “Indian Institute of Management” (IIM) Ahmadabad, “Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore, “Indian Institute of Management” (IIM) Shillong. At Anna University he becomes a professor of Aerospace Engineering also he taught information technology.
He served many years in the “Indian Institute of Information technology” (IISc) both Bangalore and Thiruvananthapuram. He also taught Information technology at the “International Institute of Information Technology” (IIIT) Hyderabad and Bananas Hindu University.
He shared his knowledge in many other academic instate all over India. A program was launched for youth by Kalam to defeat corruption and bring efficiency which was named “What Can I Give Movement” in 2012.