The Union Cabinet has expressed profound sorrow at the sad demise of former President of India, DrAPJ Abdul Kalam. In a resolution passed at a special Cabinet Meeting this morning, it said, in his passing away the country has lost a visionary scientist, a true nationalist and a great son. The Cabinet met under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and extended its heart-felt condolences to the bereaved family on behalf of the Government and the entire nation. The resolution said, Dr. Kalam made significant contribution in developing India's first indigenous Satellite Launch Vehicle and made India an exclusive member of Space Club. Popularly known as the Missile Man of India', Dr. Kalam was responsible for the development and operationalisation of AGNI and PRITHVI Missiles. He gave thrust to self-reliance in defence systems by introducing Light Combat Aircraft. <br/><br/>The resolution said, Dr. Kalam was passionate about transforming society through technology, in particular by inspiring the youth of India to harness science and technology for human welfare. It also said, during his tenure, he was affectionately known as the People's President.<br/><br/>The Congress also expressed grief over the demise of former President Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam. Talking to reporters, party Vice President Rahul Gandhi said, Dr Kalam was people's president who had the ability to connect with the country's youth. Mr Gandhi said, Dr Kalam dedicated his life in the nation building. The Congress Vice President said, people of India will always miss Dr Kalam's thinking and vision.

The Union Cabinet has expressed profound sorrow at the sad demise of former President of India, DrAPJ Abdul Kalam. In a resolution passed at a special Cabinet Meeting this morning, it said, in his passing away the country has lost a visionary scientist, a true nationalist and a great son. The Cabinet met under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and extended its heart-felt condolences to the bereaved family on behalf of the Government and the entire nation. The resolution said, Dr. Kalam made significant contribution in developing India's first indigenous Satellite Launch Vehicle and made India an exclusive member of Space Club. Popularly known as the Missile Man of India', Dr. Kalam was responsible for the development and operationalisation of AGNI and PRITHVI Missiles. He gave thrust to self-reliance in defence systems by introducing Light Combat Aircraft. <br/><br/>The resolution said, Dr. Kalam was passionate about transforming society through technology, in particular by inspiring the youth of India to harness science and technology for human welfare. It also said, during his tenure, he was affectionately known as the People's President.