Interesting Facts about Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam:

Dr Kalam was known as the "Missile Man of India" for his contribution to India's first nuclear test in 1998.

A deep knowledge of Hindu culture, with a favorite character in Mahabharat being Vidura, whom he admired for courageously fighting injustice in a peaceful manner.

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Dr. Kalam never owned a television but cherished his veena, books, CD player, and laptop.

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He donated his entire salary as Chief Scientific Adviser and later as President to a foundation he founded.

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Besides being President, he was an accomplished writer with 18 books, 22 poems, and four songs to his name.

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His famous quote "Winners are not those who never fail, but those who never quit" continues to inspire.

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