Born in 1931, he earned a degree in aeronautical engineering from the Madras Institute of Technology.
As project director, he helped launch the Rohini satellite using Satellite Launch Vehicle Three in 1980.
He led the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s missile program, creating the Agni and Prithvi systems.
He was scientific adviser to the Defence Minister and contributed to India’s nuclear test series in 1998.
He received the Padma Bhushan (1981), Padma Vibhushan (1990) and Bharat Ratna (1997).
His writings, such as Wings of Fire, encourage youth to dream and work for a better India.
Dr. Kalam, a renowned aerospace scientist, played a key role in India’s first indigenous Satellite Launch Vehicle and later in missile development.
He served as the nation’s 11th President and received top civilian honors including the Bharat Ratna.
His books continue to inspire young people to pursue science and national development.
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