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| World Leaders Pay Glowing Tributes |
| World Leaders Pay Glowing Tributes to Inspirational APJ Adbul Kalam
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| INDIA
, 29-July-2015
8:49:42 AM |
| World leaders on Tuesday paid glowing tributes to late former President A P J Abdul Kalam, hailing him as an inspirational figure in South Asia and lauding his scientific achievements.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina described Dr Kalam as "a rare combination of a great statesman, acclaimed scientist and a source of inspiration to the young generation of South Asia" and said his death is an "irreparable loss to India and beyond."
Ms Hasina said, "We are deeply shocked at the sad demise of former President of India Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, one of the most famous sons of India and a great scientific mind of his time. He was highly respected in Bangladesh as well."
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"His invaluable contribution to India's rise in the sphere of science and technology would be remembered forever by all. He was a source of inspiration to the young generation of South Asia, someone who gave wings to their dreams," she said.
Opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party Chief Khaleda Zia said that "as a nuclear scientist, he engaged himself in the welfare of the people."
Expressing his condolences, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani said, "Saddened by the death of Dr Kalam. He was an inspirational figure to millions of people including me. We have a lot to learn from his life."
Nepalese Prime Minister Sushil Koirala recalled Kalam's contributions in leading India on the path of scientific advancement and progress.
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