125 Quotes by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

  • Author A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
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    When we tackle obstacles, we find hidden reserves of courage and resilience we did not know we had. And it is only when we are faced with failure do we realise that these resources were always there within us. We only need to find them and move on with our lives.

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  • Author A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
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    One lesson that every nation can learn from China is to focus more on creating village-level enterprises, quality health services and educational facilities.

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    India has to be transformed into a developed nation, a prosperous nation and a healthy nation, with a value system.

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    Tell me, why is the media here so negative? Why are we in India so embarrassed to recognise our own strengths, our achievements? We are such a great nation. We have so many amazing success stories but we refuse to acknowledge them. Why?

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  • Author A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
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    Be more dedicated to making solid achievements than in running after swift but synthetic happiness.

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