Union ministers and chief ministers paid tributes to former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his birth anniversary, remembering his contributions to India's scientific progress, defence strength, education and youth empowerment. Leaders said his vision, dedication and commitment to nation-building continue to inspire generations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav in Gujarat, said no global power could force India to bow under pressure, recalled the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests and criticised appeasement politics linked to issues of national self-respect
