India celebrates 89th birth anniversary of APJ Abdul Kalam; Here's why it matters

From being the people's President to spearheading the development of the most significant Indian missiles and nuclear weapons programs, former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's 89th birth anniversary is being celebrated today across the nation.

On this day, it is also celebrated as World Students Day every year across the globe to mark the anniversary of our renowned scientist APJ Abdul Kalam.

India's Missile man was born on October 15, 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu.

Although his life as a student was very challenging, and filled with austerity and struggles, his contribution to India's missile research and development has been unparalleled.

There was a time when he used to sell newspapers from door to door to support his family and education.

Legend APJ Abdul Kalam was not just an aerospace scientist but also worked with two major space research organisations namely Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).

In his 'Wings of Fire' which he penned down has a very detailed description how great things can be achieved through simple thoughts. 

Political leaders across the spectrum have paid their tribute to legendary APJ Abdul Kalam.

Here are 10 of his motivational thoughts which will inspire you to dream:

1. "Man needs difficulties in life because they are necessary to enjoy success."

2. You have to dream before your dreams can come true.

3. The best brains of the nation may be found on the last benches of the classroom."

4. It is very Easy To Defeat Someone, But it is Very Hard To Win Someone."

5. Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.

6. You should not give up and we should not allow the problem to defeat us.

7. If you want to shine like a sun, first burn like a sun.

8.Winners are not those who never fail but those who never quit.

9. A dream is not that which you see while sleeping, it is something that does not let you sleep.

10. Don't take rest after your first victory because if you fail in second, more lips are waiting to say that your first victory was just luck.

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