(15 October 1931 – 27 July 2015)
Former president of India, APJ Abdul Kalam has left an
indelible, permanent mark on the hearts and minds of Indians, especially the
youth, in a manner few other public figures have in recent memory.
Kalam (prononced Kalaam) lived a simple, frugal life. According to the news
media, Kalam’s only properties were his books and 64 crore youths in the
country.
In material terms, the "People's President", owned
very little; his 2,400 books, a wristwatch, six shirts, four trousers, three
suits, and a pair of shoes.
Kalam did not own any property, fridge, TV or car.
He spent more than five decades in public service; including
one term as the president of the Indian Republic. He neither died in poverty,
nor did he live a life of luxury. He survived on the royalty that he received
from his books - and his pension. He once had a property in Bengaluru, but
he disposed it off for a charitable cause
The day he visited Shillong to address students of Indian
Institute of Management, he had some discomfort while climbing the stairs, but still
he went ahead after taking a brief rest. While delivering the lecture, Kalam
collapsed and died.
He was the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007. A
career scientist turned reluctant politician. After serving a term of five
years, he returned to his civilian life of education, writing and public
service. He was a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Bharat
Ratna, India's highest civilian honor.
2. A salute to APJ Abdul Kalam Azad
He is a national hero, who is able to be respected by every
Indian all over world. We are proud that we have got such a personality whose whole
life is an inspirational source. After the death of this great personality, his
property was counted and you will be shocked after seeing the amount of the
property owned by a great and popular leader who also held the highest position
in the government of India.
Property of APJ Abdul Kalam Azad
6 trousers (2 Uniform)
4 Shirts (2 Uniform)
3 Suits (1 western and 2 traditional)
2400 Books
An Apartment where he lived till death and it was mentioned in
his will to be donated to the social welfare after his death.
AWARDS:
Padma Shree
Padma Bhushan
Bharat Ratan (The highest civil award of India)
16 Doctorate degrees
No luxurious items like TV, AC, Car Jewelry, Shares, Fixed
property
No Bank balance
Left over pension for eight years was also donated to his
village council.
EVERY INDIAN SALUTES HIM.
Source: News
Media of India
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