Missile Complex Hyderabad to be renamed after Kalam

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Hyderabad: Missile Complex Hyderabad which comprises Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), the Advanced Systems Laboratory (ASL) and the Research Centre Imarat (RCI) will soon be renamed as 'Dr A P J Abdul Kalam Missile Complex', official sources said here on Monday.


Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) sources told PTI that renaming of Missile Complex Hyderabad has already been approved.

"Creating RCI was perhaps the most satisfying experience of my life. Developing this centre of excellence of missile technology was akin to the joy of a potter shaping artifacts of lasting beauty from mundane clay," Kalam had written in his autobiography 'Wings of Fire'.

A bronze statue of Kalam, who had formulated the country's Integrated Guided Missile Programme and propelled India towards emerging as a missile power, was unveiled earlier this month at the residential campus of RCI near the Faculty House where he used to stay.

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President's Secretariat
15-October, 2018 14:11 IST
President of India pays floral tributes to Dr A. P. J. Abdul kalam on his Birth anniversary

The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, paid floral tributes to Dr A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, former President of India on his birth anniversary at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (October 15, 2018). Officers and staff of Rashtrapati Bhavan also paid tributes on the occasion.



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Ministry of Defence
15-October, 2018 16:35 IST
Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) pays tribute to Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his Birth Anniversary

Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) celebrated the 87th Birth Anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, the former President of India and DRDO chief at a function in DRDO Bhawan here today. Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman graced the occasion as the Chief Guest which also had the presence of Raksha Rajya Mantri, Dr Subhash Ramrao Bhamre, and Prof K Vijay Raghavan Principal Scientific Advisor (PSA) to the Government of India, along with other dignitaries.

Speaking on the occasion Smt. Sitharaman shared her experience of meeting with Dr Kalam. She said, he was not only a good scientist but also an excellent administrator who could spot and nurture talent among his team members. That among others made this ‘missile man’ a great team leader.

Addressing the gathering, Raksha Rajya Mantri said, Dr Kalam believed in a strong nation – one that is scientifically superior and always used to inspire people for putting their total commitment towards the mission in hand. This can be gauged in his words, “If you want to shine like sun, first burn like sun.”

Raksha Mantri Smt Sitharaman also launched a DRDO website dedicated to the theme ‘The Kalam Vision – Dare to Dream’ for engaging young minds in emerging technologies namely Artificial intelligence, Cyber security, Robotics, Automonous Systems, etc. The website will facilitate open competition for students and Startups. It is available at the address: https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/kalam/kalam.html.

Hindi version of the book “Incredible Kalam” was released by RRM Dr Bhamre in today’s function so that message of Dr Kalam can reach to the masses of the country. The book is the compilation of personal experiences of some distinguished scientists about their association with Kalam.

The function was attended by Students of three Delhi based schools. These schools have set up Atal Tinkering Lab in their schools under Atal innovation mission of Government of India. Students and researchers from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi also attended the function. The aim of inviting young minds was to motivate them with diverse and great qualities of Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, who had special affinity for students and youth of the country. Young scientists from DRDO laboratories delivered presentations at the function regarding the innovative projects they have undertaken.

The students were taken to visit the Kalam Gallery at DRDO Bhawan to get a glimpse of defence systems and technologies displayed. Students took keen interest in the life and work of Dr Kalam depicted in the gallery.

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The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind paying floral tributes at the portrait of the former President of India, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, on his Birth Anniversary, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi on October 15, 2018.

The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman paying floral tributes to the former President of India and DRDO Chief, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, on his 87th Birth Anniversary, at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi on October 15, 2018. The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre and other dignitaries are also seen.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre garlanding the bust of the former President of India and DRDO Chief, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, on his 87th Birth Anniversary, at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi on October 15, 2018.

The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman launching a DRDO website dedicated to the theme ‘The Kalam Vision - Dare to Dream’, during the 87th Birth Anniversary function of the former President of India and DRDO Chief, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, on his 87th Birth Anniversary, at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi on October 15, 2018. The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre and other dignitaries are also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman releasing the Hindi Version of the Book “Incredible Kalam”, during the 87th Birth Anniversary function of the former President of India and DRDO Chief, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, on his 87th Birth Anniversary, at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi on October 15, 2018. The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre and other dignitaries are also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman addressing the gathering, during the 87th Birth Anniversary function of the former President of India and DRDO Chief, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, on his 87th Birth Anniversary, at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi on October 15, 2018.

School children paying homage to former president APJ Abdul Kalam during his 87th birth anniversary, at Peikarumbu near Rameswaram on Monday, October 15, 2018. | Photo Credit: L. Balachandar


The Prime Minister pays tribute to the former President on his 87th birth anniversary
Remembering former President A.P.J.Abdul Kalam on his 87th birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Nodi Monday described him as a “wonderful motivator” and a great president.

Born on October 15, 1931 at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Kalam served as the 11th President of India from 2002-07.

“An exceptional teacher, a wonderful motivator, an outstanding scientist and a great President, Dr Kalam lives in the hearts and minds of every Indian. Remembering him on his jayanti,” Mr. Modi tweeted.