Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Thursday (October 15, 2026) paid tributes to former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on his birth anniversary.

In a post on X, Lok Bhavan, quoting the Governor, said, “Dr. Kalam’s remarkable contributions to India’s space and defence programmes strengthened the nation’s scientific capabilities and self-reliance. Fondly remembered as the ‘People’s President’ and the ‘Missile Man of India’, he inspired generations through his humility, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the nation.”

In his tribute, Mr. Vijay recalled the former President’s simplicity, integrity, and contribution to India’s scientific progress. He said Dr. Kalam had inspired students and young people and guided them in their pursuit of their aspirations.

Assembly Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar and Ministers P. Venkataramanan, Rajmohan, and J. Mohamed Farvas paid tributes to Kalam’s statue and decorated the portrait of the former President on the Anna University premises.