From Newspaper Boy to the ‘Missile Man’, World Students’ Day Celebrates APJ Abdul Kalam’s 95th Birth Anniversary and the Dreamer Who Inspired Millions of Students.

Oct 16, 2026 10 Listen to this article

On October 15, India marks World Students' Day to honor Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, the scientist, engineer and former President who inspired generations. Born in Rameswaram, he led SLV-III at ISRO and missile programs at DRDO, earned the title 'Missile Man', authored influential books, served as President (2002-2007), and continued engaging students until his death in 2015.

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