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A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
A. P. J. Abdul Kalam was an Indian aerospace scientist, engineer, and the 11th President of India, widely known as the โMissile Man of India.โ He played a pivotal role in Indiaโs space research and missile development programs while inspiring millions through his vision for a developed and self-reliant nation. Beyond science, Kalam was a motivational leader who emphasized education, innovation, and ethical responsibility. His speeches and writings often highlight perseverance, humility, and the power of dreaming big. Students and professionals alike are inspired by his words on discipline, leadership, and optimism. Even decades after his presidency, Kalamโs thoughts on youth empowerment, creativity, and social progress continue to influence generations. His quotes remain timeless lessons on determination, morality, and the transformative power of knowledge, making him one of the most respected and quoted figures in modern history.
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โ It's when children are 15, 16 or 17 that they decide whether they want to be a doctor, an engineer, a politician or go to the Mars or moon. That is the time they start having a dream, and that's the time you can work on them. You can help them shape their dreams. โ
โ Smart habitation is an integrated area of villages and a city working in harmony and where the rural and urban divide has reduced to thin line. โ