He made significant contributions as Project Director to develop India’s first indigenous Satellite Launch Vehicle (SLV-II

In News: The National Archives of India (NAI) has acquired the private papers of former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam  Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam (1931–2015), born in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu He was a renowned aeronautical engineer and scientist. As Project Director at ISRO, he led the development of India’s first Satellite Launch Vehicle (SLVIII), successfully launching the Rohini satellite in 1980. Later, at DRDO, he spearheaded the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP), overseeing the development of the AGNI and PRITHVI missiles and India’s nuclear capabilities, including the Pokhran-II nuclear tests.  He served as Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India (1999-2001) and as Professor at Anna University, inspiring young minds.  He is known as the “Missile Man of India,” and was a renowned scientist and the 11th President of India (2002–2007). Revered as the “People’s President”, he spent his post-presidency years mentoring students. His literary works, including Wings of Fire, India 2020, My Journey, and Ignited Minds, have motivated generations.