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Tamil Nadu CM inaugurates academy honouring former President Kalam
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K. Annamalai formally opened a new academy dedicated to late former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, with members of Kalam's family and an INA veteran among those present at the ceremony.
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Chief Minister K. Annamalai inaugurated the Kalam Academy in a ceremony that brought together family members of the distinguished scientist and former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, along with veterans of the Indian National Army. The academy is designed to preserve and promote Kalam's legacy and contributions to India's scientific and technological advancement.
The facility will serve as a centre for education and research, reflecting Kalam's lifelong commitment to fostering scientific temper and innovation among younger generations. Kalam, who served as India's 11th President from 2002 to 2007, was widely regarded for his role in India's space and missile programmes before entering public service.
The presence of Kalam's family members at the inauguration underscored the personal significance of the occasion, while the participation of an INA veteran highlighted the broader historical context within which Kalam's generation came of age. The academy is expected to conduct educational programmes, exhibitions, and research initiatives aligned with Kalam's vision for India's development.
The establishment of the academy adds to several institutions and initiatives across India dedicated to honouring Kalam's memory and advancing the fields to which he devoted his career.