Addressing a condolence meeting at the Secretariat on Tuesday, AP CM Mr. Naidu recalled the contribution of Abdul Kalam in inspiring the youth to dream big and said his book ‘Wings of Fire’ would serve as a great inspiration to youth.
Describing Kalam as a genuine Bharat Ratna, Mr. Naidu said he considered himself fortunate to have recommended his name for the post of President to the then Prime Minister A.B. Vajpayee.
Several employees, Andhra Pradesh ministers and officers gathered at the Secretariat to pay their respects to the departed soul and offer their condolences.
Kalam had great faith and confidence in the capabilities of Indian youth and was proud of them and it was significant that he breathed his last while addressing students at the Indian Institute of Management, Shillong Mr. Naidu said.
