In this article, you will get to know Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Biography, Full Name, Death Date, Wife, Birthday, Books, Quotes, History and Net Worth.
Who was Dr APJ Abdul Kalam?
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam whose full name is Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam was the first Indian Aerospace Scientist to launch and stop the missile, that’s why he is also known as a Missile Man. He was the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.
| Full Name | Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam |
| Date of Birth | 15 October 1931 |
| Age | 83 years (1931–2015) |
| Death Date | 27 July 2015 |
| Birth Place | Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu |
| Death Reason | Cardiac Arrest |
| Resting Place | Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Desiya Ninaivagam, Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu |
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Family
| Father | Jainulabdeen Marakayar |
| Mother | Ashiamma Maraikayar |
| Sister | Asim Zohra |
| Brother | Mohammed Muthu Meera Lebbai Maraikayar |
| Brother | Mustafa Kalam |
| Brother | Kasim Mohammed |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Qualification
| High School | Schwartz Higher Secondary School |
| College | St. Joseph’s College, Tiruchirappalli |
| Graduation in Physics | Madras Institute of Technology |
| Aerospace Engineering | Madras Institute of Technology, 1958 |
| Fighter Pilot | NA |
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Awards And Honors
| Year | Awards |
| 1981 | Padma Bhushan, Government Of India |
| 1990 | Padma Vibhushan, Government Of India |
| 1994 | Distinguished Fellow, India |
| 1995 | Honorary Fellow, India |
| 1997 | Bharat Ratna, President Of India |
| 1997 | Indira Gandhi Award For National Integration, Indian National Congress |
| 1998 | Veer Savarkar Award, Government Of India |
| 2000 | Ramanujan Award, Chennai India |
| 2007 | Honorary Doctorate of Science, UK |
| 2007 | King Charles || Medal, UK |
| 2007 | Honorary Doctorate of Science And Technology, Carnegie Mellon University |
| 2008 | Doctor of Science, Aligarh India |
| 2008 | Doctor of Science, Malaysia |
| 2008 | Doctor of Engineering, Singapore |
| 2009 | International Von Karman Wings Award, USA |
| 2009 | Hoover Medal, USA |
| 2009 | Honorary Doctorate, Oakland University |
| 2010 | Doctor of Engineering, University of Waterloo |
| 2011 | IEEE Honorary Membership, IEEE |
| 2012 | Doctor of Laws, Simon Fraser University |
| 2013 | Von Braun Award, National Space Society |
| 2014 | Doctor of Science, Edinburgh University |
| 2014 | Honorary Professor, China |
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam has also received other Awards, Honors, And Medals. Dr Abdul Kalam is one of the most brilliant and talented people in the world. He served his whole life for the development of India in different ways. he never bought a television in his life.
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Contribution to Indian Development
| Year | Position |
| 2002 to 2007 | President of India |
| 1958 | DRDO |
| 1969 | ISRO |
| 1992 – 1997 | Scientific Advisor to Defence Minister |
| 1999 – 2001 | Principal Scientific Adviser to The Government |
| 1998 | Nuclear Weapon Power Test Solidified |
| 1998 | Technology Vision 2020 |
After returning to civilian life Dr APJ Abdul Kalam decided to develop Indian science and technology. He became a lecturer in several universities because he believed that the students were the future of science and technology and had new ideas.
How Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Die?
While delivering the lecture on “Creating a Livable Planet Earth” at the Indian Institute of Management Kalam collapsed and died from an apparent Cardiac Arrest (Heart Attack) on 27 July 2015 at age 83.
Former President APJ Abdul Kalam‘s funeral was accorded full state honours, including a 21-gun salute. The funeral ceremony was held in his hometown at Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Desiya Ninaivagam, Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu.
Thousands of people attended the funeral, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Tamil Nadu Governor K. Rosaiah, Chief Ministers of adjacent states, Union Ministers, and State Ministers.
Things Left Behind by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam
- 2500 books
- A Wristwatch
- Six Shirts
- Four trousers
- Three Suits
- Pair of Shoes
Dr. Kalam was a simple living man hence he does not own any property, fridge, TV, car or AC. He neither died in penury nor did he live a life of luxury. He survived on the royalty that he received from his books – he authored four of them – and his pension.
No one knows how much exact amount of life savings he had. H Sheridan who was his secretary for more than two decades said “There wasn’t much to write home about”.
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Quotes
These are some of the very famous motivational quotes by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam which inspired thousands of people.
- “If you fail, never give up because F.A.I.L. means, First Attempt In Learning.”
- “You cannot change your future, but you can change your habits, and surely your habits will change your future.”
- “If you want to shine like a sun, first burn like the sun.”
- “Don’t take rest after your first victory because if you fail in the second, more lips are waiting to say that your first victory was just luck.”
- “You have to dream before your dreams can come true.”
- “Dream is not the thing you see in sleep but is that thing that doesn’t let you sleep.”
- “Dream, dream, dream. Dreams transform into thoughts, and thoughts result in action.”
- “Great dreams of great dreamers are always transcended.”
- “Man needs difficulties in life because they are necessary to enjoy success.”
- “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam FAQ’s
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam was born on 15 October 1931.
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam’s Death Anniversary is on 27 July 2015.
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam died at the age of 83 while giving a talk in Shilong.
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam died due to Cardiac Arrest in Shiong.
No, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam was not Married. During the Interview, APJ Abdul Kalam Sir Said that “marriage and children would lead to selfishness towards life and he didn’t want to be selfish at any cost when he wanted to dedicate his life to serving the nation”.
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam was a simple man and even he did not have his own house. After his death, these are the things that he left behind. 2500 Books, A Wristwatch, Six Shirts, Four Trousers, Three Suits, and a Pair of Shoes.
There is No Official data available for the Net Worth of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam.
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam believes in Islam. He would perform Namaaz daily, fast during Ramadan, and read the Quran. He engaged with temples and churches with the same intensity.
