APJ Abdul Kalam is also known as Missile Man of India. He was the 11th President of India. He is a great scientist.

 He played a very important role in many projects. His lifestyle was very simple but his thinking was of a very high level.

 He was also a great poet and writer. He wrote many books which are related to technology, science and are inspirational for the youth. He was born on 15 October 1931. He sold newspapers to increase his family's income.

. He did Aeronautic Engineering from Madras Institute of Technology in 1960. His work and knowledge about space science was incredible which earned him the title of missile Man of India.

His childhood dream was to become a fighter pilot. After graduation, he joined the Defense Research and Development Organisation. He joined the Indian Space Research Organization in 1969.

 He worked as the Project Director of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle. His death anniversary is 17 July 2015.