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Indian Scientist: Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam
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ISBN10: 9363213080
ISBN13: 9789363213081
Publisher: Diamond Pocket Books Pvt Ltd
Published: Apr 23 2026
Pages: 58
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.14 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789363213081
Publisher: Diamond Pocket Books Pvt Ltd
Published: Apr 23 2026
Pages: 58
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.14 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
HOW DO WE REACH THE STARS?
A.PJ. Abdul Kalam asked this big question-and worked to make it happen! A rocket scientist with dreams of space, Kalam led India's first satellite launch and ignited a passion for exploring the skies. Later, he helped build missiles to protect the nation and developed scientific programs that he called his Vision 2020 for a strong and technological India. Known as India's 'Missile Man' and People's President, Kalam inspired the country to reach for the stars!
A.PJ. Abdul Kalam asked this big question-and worked to make it happen! A rocket scientist with dreams of space, Kalam led India's first satellite launch and ignited a passion for exploring the skies. Later, he helped build missiles to protect the nation and developed scientific programs that he called his Vision 2020 for a strong and technological India. Known as India's 'Missile Man' and People's President, Kalam inspired the country to reach for the stars!
FAST FACTS
* Led the launch of India's first satellite
* Developed India's missile program
* Helped create India's fighter jets
* Became India's 11th President (2002-2007)
DID YOU KNOW?
* Kalam was a great musician, playing the veena, a traditional Indian instrument, to relax and find inspiration!
* Received Padma Bhushan (1981), Padma Vibhushan (1990) and Bharat Ratna (1997)
* Led the launch of India's first satellite
* Developed India's missile program
* Helped create India's fighter jets
* Became India's 11th President (2002-2007)
DID YOU KNOW?
* Kalam was a great musician, playing the veena, a traditional Indian instrument, to relax and find inspiration!
* Received Padma Bhushan (1981), Padma Vibhushan (1990) and Bharat Ratna (1997)
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