Press Note : Dr.A.P.J.

Abdul Kalams First death

Anniversary in Dallas,TX
On Friday evening, July 29 many Dr.Abdul Kalam
followers gathered at BBQ Nation in Dallas (Plano),
Texas to honor the passing of Bharata Ratna,
President of India Dr.A.P.J.Abdul Kalam. This event
was graciously organized by Krishna Reddy Koduru
and Prathap Bheemi Reddy. Hundreds of people
took time out of their hectic lives to come on a
Friday evening to the banquet to share with the
rest of the world what a great hero Dr. A.P.J.Kalam
really was.
Krishna Reddy Koduru said, elaborating on a
quote Dr. Kalam was fond of, Kalam always
believed India has to be strong and only then
would other countries respect the nation as well.
He also ruminated that, though Kalam had a rough
childhood he still overcame his struggles and
became an aerospace scientist and president of
India.
Dr.Narasimha Reddy Urmindi quoted one of Dr.
Abdul Kalams many inspiring sayings This is my
belief: that through difficulties and problems God
gives us the opportunity to grow, hidden in the
ruins.

Dr.Srinadha Reddy Palavala spoke of his

intriguing opinion, Dr.Kalam gave engineering the
thought and respect it deserved. He also voiced
another good point, Once he was elected as
president, he never took sides in reigning
politicians, and always remained neutral and gave
more importance to what was best for India.
Pratap Reddy Bheemireddy said, Dr.Kalam
worked day and night for the country to make India
powerful in its Missile Technology.
Dr.Ismail Penukonda spoke, Dr.Kalam was an
avid humanitarian, had secular thoughts, respected
every religion, and learned from every religion and
religious gurus. He also said that Dr.Kalam worked
with doctors to develop a low cost Coronary stent
and other medical related equipment.
Naseem Shaik said, Dr. Kalam always
considered his nation first than religion. Youth
needs to learn from Dr.Kalam.
Ramana Putluru spoke, Dr. Kalam is a role
model to everyone. Kalam spent most of his time
with students to inspire them to be future leaders

Mahesh Adibatla spoke about Dr.Kalams quote

Failure will never overtake me if my determination
to succeed is strong enough.
Jagadeesh Porandla spoke about Dr.Kalam how
he dedicated his life for the nation by sacrificing his
personal life.
Sree Basabathina spoke about Dr.Kalams
simple life style and accessibility to everyone. He
reiterated that Dr.Kalam went to every school
whoever invited him.
Venkat J.K mentioned some of Dr.Kalams
contributions like developing a low cost Coronary
stent and low-weight calipers using space age
materials for the prosthetic legs for polio-affected
patients and amputees.

Saji Gopal commented, We need to learn

from Dr. Kalam how to give importance to secular
thoughts, and not to discriminate any cast or
religion.

Krishna Reddy Koduru, Pratap Bheemireddy

and Siva Annapureddy demanded, The Indian
Government should honor him by completing his

memorial.The government laid down the

foundation stone in his memory, but they still did
not complete its making though one full year has
passed. Our government needs to construct
science museums, libraries on his name due to the
wonderful attributions he made in his lifetime in
the scientific field. Also they should name a missile
after him.
And on and on it goes as many speakers
sparked a light of admiration in the listeners heart
as they weave the rich tale of Dr. Kalams life into a
detailed tapestry of woes and wonders and
aspiring to one day be as great as Dr.Kalam and to
inherit his outspokenness and intelligence through
pure and innocent devotion.
NRIs floated Memorial fund in memory of Dr
A.P.J.Abdul Kalam.Prathap Bheemireddy and
Srinadha Reddy Palavala pledged $10,000 each.
Committee will decide how to utilize the funds in
Dr.Kalams memory.

Organizers would like to thank all the participants.

Last but not least the members would like to
extend their sincere thanks to the TV5 and other
media and Barbecue nation for facilitating this

wonderful event. Thank you Pratheep Kumar Reddy

Yaddala and TV5 Sundar for capturing the occasion.

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