Chennai, Oct 16: President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Tamil Nadu Governor R.N.Ravi led tributes to former President APJ Abdul Kalam on his 92nd birth anniversary. Chief Minister M.K.Stalin unveiled a life-size statue at Kalam’s alma mater. Various events, including a marathon flagged off by ISRO Chairman S.Somanath, were held across the state. President Murmu and PM Modi paid floral tributes, with Modi expressing heartfelt tribute to Kalam’s exceptional scientific talent. External Affairs Minister Dr.S.Jaishankar and Tamil Nadu Governor Ravi also paid their respects. CM Stalin interacted with students after unveiling a bronze statue at Anna University, emphasizing Kalam’s impact on education and scientific vision.
