

Early from childhood, he learned to be spiritual and grateful. The atmosphere of Rameswaram, with its flocking pilgrims, made him understand spirituality. Kalam was able to make his very first earning because of him by distributing newspaper in Rameshwaram.Īll the time spent with his family and friends perhaps contributed most to the uniqueness of his childhood. He often visited Ahmed’s home to borrow books.Īnother person who greatly influenced his boyhood was his first cousin, Samsuddin.


He had an endless conversation about God and spirituality with him.Īhmed Jalaluddin was 15 years older and later became his brother-in-law.Īhmed spoke about educated people, scientific discoveries, contemporary literature, and the achievements of medical science. She offered food and help to others whenever possible.Īhmed Jalaluddin was a dear friend to him. His mother (Ashiamma) was filled with generosity and kindness. He also learned honesty and maintain self-discipline from his father. Through his dad’s words of wisdom, he understood the importance of offering prayers to god. Also, could not make enough wealth for the family. His father (Jainulabdeen) was a boat owner. About APJ Abdul Kalam’s Early Life:Īvul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam was born in 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamilnadu.

Read : 10 Lessons by Jack Ma on Life, Success, and Entrepreneurship. Being technologically strong made India come out as a world leader. His innovations led to technological endeavors and strengthened the country’s economic and technological supremacy in the world.Įconomic and technological supremacy is equated with political power and world control. Independent India’s struggled for technological self-sufficiency and defensive autonomy. He was a visionary Indian scientist who worked 18 hours a day, to create India’s awesome weaponry. It is also the story of India, struggling to establish itself at the technological forefront. It is not about only his personal triumphs and tribulations but of the successes and setbacks of Indian Science and Space research. This is a story about hope, dream, and vision. As chief of the country’s defense research and development program, he demonstrated great potential for dynamism and innovation. One who grew in scarcity to become a defense scientist. A person who served as the 11th President of India in the year 2002. A man who was honored by the highest civilian award of India, the Bharat Ratna. Kalam’s rise from obscurity and his personal and professional struggles. Wings of Fire by APJ Abdul Kalam and Arun Tiwari
