Every year on October 15, World Students’ Day is celebrated to honor the significant contributions of late President Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam in the education sector. This celebration aligns with the birth anniversary of the esteemed educator.
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- India celebrates World Students Day on Dr Kalam’s birth anniversary
- Read these profound quotes by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam for inspiration and positivity
India celebrates World Students Day on Dr Kalam’s birth anniversary
Dr. Kalam, known as the Indian Missile Man, was the 11th President of India and was a distinguished scientist and administrator, contributing more than four decades of service to the Defense Research and Development Organization.
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In 2010, October 15 was designated as World Students’ Day to recognize Dr. Kalam’s notable contributions, particularly in academics and research. Despite reports that the United Nations made the declaration, the celebration remains confined to India and is not observed globally.
Known as the “Missile Man of India” for his pioneering work in aerospace science and appreciated for his dedication as a teacher to his students, Kalam assumed various roles throughout his life.
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Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam, of modest origins and who sold newspapers during his early days, was born on October 15, 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, to Jainulabdeen, a boat owner, and Ashiamma. Even as a child, his fervor for airplanes, rockets and space was evident.
Overcoming numerous challenges, Kalam earned a bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering from the Madras Institute of Technology (MIT) and subsequently rose to prominence in the field of rocket and missile technology. His inspiring life story continues to leave a profound impact on countless people.
Read these profound quotes from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam For inspiration and positivity
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1. Look at the sky. We are not alone. The entire universe is friendly to us and conspires only to give the best to those who dream and work.
2. Man needs his difficulties because they are necessary to enjoy success.
3. Excellence is a continuous process and not an accident.
4. If you want to shine like a sun, first burn like a sun.
5. To succeed in your mission, you must have single-minded devotion toward your goal.
6. Climbing to the top requires strength, whether it’s the top of Mount Everest or the top of your career.
7. Don’t we realize that self-respect comes with self-confidence?
8. Determination is the power that helps us overcome all our frustrations and obstacles. It helps us develop our willpower, which is the very basis of success.
9. A big fish is a small fish that keeps shooting, so keep trying.
10. Never stop fighting until you reach your destined place: your only you. Have a goal in life, continuously acquire knowledge, work hard and have perseverance to make a great life.
11. Dream is not what you see while you sleep, it is something that does not let you sleep.
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