Oct 15, 2023
Adul Kalam sold newspapers to support his family as a child.
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He failed to get into the Indian Air Force because he stood ninth on the list of candidates, and there were only eight vacancies.
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He worked as a scientist at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for many years.
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He is known as the "Missile Man of India" for his contributions to the development of India's missile program.
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He was the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.
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He was a prolific writer and wrote over 20 books, including his autobiography, Wings of Fire.
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He was a popular speaker and was known for his inspirational talks to students and young people.
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He died on July 27, 2015, while delivering a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management Shillong.
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He was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, in 1997.
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