World leaders pay tribute to ‘Missile Man’

Dhaka/Kuala Lumpur, July 28 

World leaders today paid tributes to late former President APJ Abdul Kalam, hailing him as an inspirational figure in South Asia and lauding his scientific achievements.

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina described Kalam as “a rare combination of a great statesman, acclaimed scientist and a source of inspiration to the young generation” and said his death is an “irreparable loss to India and beyond.”

Hasina said, “We are deeply shocked at the sad demise of former President of India 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.” 

“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 “as a nuclear scientist, he engaged himself in the welfare of the people.” — PTI