Tributes paid to Dr A P J Abdul Kalam; Hailed as ‘true son of soil’

Jammu, Jul 27: J&K BJP Minority Morcha led by its president Ranjodh Singh Nalwa Sunday paid rich tributes to Bharat Ratna and former President of India, Dr A P J Abdul Kalam at the BJP Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.

J&K BJP president Sat Sharma; general secretary (organization) Ashok Koul; national vice president BJP Minority Morcha Ajmal Zaidi, general secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, and MLA Vikram Randhawa, among others were also present on the occasion.

Sat Sharma described Dr Kalam as “a true son of India who continues to inspire generations with his humility, intellect, and patriotism.” He said, “Dr Kalam's life is a shining example of how knowledge, simplicity, and dedication can uplift a nation. We remember him today not just as a former President but as the 'People’s President' who earned the love and respect of every Indian.”

Koul said Dr Kalam’s life journey, from a newspaper boy to India’s Missile Man and President epitomised the essence of New India. “He stood for innovation, youth empowerment, and national pride. His ideals align closely with the vision of our party,” Koul added.

Addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma lauded Nalwa’s relentless efforts in expanding the party’s base among minority communities and said, “Nalwa ji’s energy and dedication during the recent elections significantly contributed to our organizational success.”