By: Fawzy Morsy
Today, the Indian nation commemorates the death anniversary of Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, the former President and legendary scientist, a man who turned science into hope and leadership into inspiration.
To honor this occasion, Indian artist Nanjunda Swamy has gifted us a vibrant and heartfelt caricature, capturing the wisdom and warmth etched into the face of a man who carried knowledge in his heart and ignited dreams in millions of minds.
With tender, expressive lines, Kalam is portrayed as if whispering golden words to his fellow citizens—his finger raised, just as he often did during his inspirational speeches, while holding a digital tablet symbolizing the future he believed in and tirelessly worked for.
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| Abdul Kalam .. Caricature by Nanjunda Swamy - India |
🧠 Who was Abdul Kalam?
Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam (1931–2015) was a pioneering scientist in the fields of aerospace and defense, and one of the chief architects of India’s missile program. He served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007, earning the title "People’s President" for his humility, accessibility, and deep connection with the youth.
More than a scientist, Kalam was also a poet, a humanitarian, and a lifelong teacher, he passed away while delivering a lecture at a university. His legacy doesn’t rest in textbooks, but in the minds he lit and the dreams he dared to plant.