Former President APJ Abdul Kalam, the ‘missile man’ who came to be known as ‘People’s President’ died on Monday after he collapsed during a lecture at the IIM in Shillong on Monday evening.According to the reports, Kalam suffered a massive cardiac arrest. We have lost a great leader who inspired our young minds and celebrities including Lata Mangeshkar, Shah Rukh Khan and A R Rahman mourned the demise of the former President, referring to his death as a great loss to the country.
Salman Khan
I will miss Kalam saab . India will miss him
Farhan Akhtar
Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of one of the most inspirational Indians of our time, former President Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. RIP.
Priyanka chopra
They say Good & Great r seldom in the same man. Dr Kalam was the epitome of both.A big loss for India. May his beautiful soul Rest in Peace
Lata Mangeshkar .
“I have just been informed that our former President, Bharat Ratna Dr APJ Abdul Kalam has passed away. I am saddened by the news. I knew him very well personally. He was a great scientist, a human being and a good poet. I pay my tribute to him. May he rest in peace,” she said.
Shah Rukh Khan
“So sad to hear about the Gurdaspur terror attack and now the news of Dr Kalam’s demise. May Allah bring peace upon all.”
Ajay Devgn
“Sad to hear about the loss of our only people’s president – Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. Big loss to not just our nation but the whole world,” .
Arjun Rampal
Very sad news about President Abdul Kalam. May his soul rest in peace. A man who will always be remembered with love amongst us all. RIP
Varun Dhawan
A visionary passes away” Abdul Kalam a brilliant mind and soul. His book Wings Of Fire is a must for every youth of our country.
Anupam Kher
“Had the opportunity of meeting & interacting with Dr Kalam at several occasions. His infectious smile was enough to inspire millions. “I was one of the lucky ones to receive my Padma Shri from Dr Kalam. He made it extra special for me. He will always remain my inspiration,”.
Karan Johar
“Visionary….legendary and with so much dignity….a big loss to the country….RIP #APJAbdulKalam.”
Subhash Ghai
Good bye with Salam sir Abdul kalam most beloved president of india. True son of India. Father of nuclear arms India. The finest educationist,”
Sushmita Sen
“What a glorious life!!Greatness lead by example!!#Respect#Salute d life n divine grace of Mr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam #Godspeed,”
Rajkummar Rao
“You have to dream before ur dreams can come true” Rest in Peace Mr Abdul Kalam. Thank you for inspiring us.”
Sonakshi Sinha
“Sad news. First the #GurdaspurAttack and then we lose one of the most loved Indians of all time. #RIPAbdulKalam sir.”
Sridevi
“A people’s president who ignited minds across the world. RIP Dr APJ Abdul Kalam.”
Rishi Kapoor
“R I P. Dr Abdul Kalam,sir, you shall be missed and remembered,”
Raveena Tandon
“Terrible news!! APJ Abdul Kalam you will be remembered as one of the best presidents India has seen! A true patriot and an inspiration to the youth! A great loss!”
Nimrat Kaur
“A life well lived is one that leaves behind the road of possibilities and inspiration. What a spectacular path Dr. Abdul Kalam paved. RIP,” tweeted “The Lunchbox”.
Dia Mirza
“#RIP #DrAPJAbdulKalam you are and will always be one of my heroes. #Salute.”
Nikhil Advani
“In a country starving for inspiration #DrAPJAbdulKalam passing away is huge blow… #RIP #Salute,”.
