October 15, 2018 01:03 pm | Updated 01:03 pm IST - New Delhi
School children paying homage to former president APJ Abdul Kalam during his 87th birth anniversary, at Peikarumbu near Rameswaram on Monday, October 15, 2018.
Remembering former President A.P.J.Abdul Kalam on his 87th birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Nodi Monday described him as a “wonderful motivator” and a great president.
Born on October 15, 1931 at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Kalam served as the 11th President of India from 2002-07.
“An exceptional teacher, a wonderful motivator, an outstanding scientist and a great President, Dr Kalam lives in the hearts and minds of every Indian. Remembering him on his jayanti,” Mr. Modi tweeted.
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