Sachin Tendulkar takes to Twitter to pay tribute to APJ Abdul Kalam

On the occasion of 88th birth anniversary of late President, APJ Abdul Kalam, former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar took to the micro-blogging website Twitter to pay his tribute to the 'Missile-Man' of India. The 'Master Blaster' remembered Kalam and said he dedicated himself selflessly to the service of our nation.

Sachin Tendulkar tweeted:

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Former cricketer and 'The Nawab of Najafgarh' Virender Sehwag also tweeted his tribute to the former President of India. 

Earlier today, several prominent leaders including the Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid their respects and tribute to the 'Rocket-Man of India.'

PM Modi said, "Humble tribute to Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Ji on his birth anniversary. He dreamed of a capable and capable India of the 21st century and made his own special contribution in this direction. His ideal life will always inspire the countrymen. India salutes Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Ji on his Jayanti."

Dr Kalam piloted India Millennium Mission 2020

Upon venturing into politics, Dr Kalam served as the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, in the rank of Cabinet Minister, from November 1999 to November 2001 and was responsible for evolving policies, strategies, and missions for many development applications. Dr Kalam was also the Chairman, Ex-officio, of the Scientific Advisory Committee to the Cabinet (SAC-C) and piloted India Millennium Mission 2020.

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