"When I am dead, do not declare a holiday. Instead, work a day extra" - Dr Kalam
Highlights
- Today is President APJ Abdul Kalam's first death anniversary
- Dr Kalam died on the evening of July 27 in Shillong last year
- Social media has paid homage to the inspirational leader
It's been a year since the country bid an emotional farewell to President APJ Abdul Kalam. On his first death anniversary, social media pays homage to the scientist, teacher and inspirational leader by sharing his wonderful words and pictures on Facebook and Twitter.
Known as the People's President, Dr Kalam died on the evening of July 27 in Shillong. He collapsed during a speech at the Indian Institute of Management. He was 83.
"When I am dead, do not declare a holiday. Instead, work a day extra" - these were Dr Kalam's profound words and hold true especially today.
Take a look at how people on social media paid respect to the great leader.