Abdul Kalam was an inspiration for millions of Indians: Obama
Abdul Kalam was an inspiration for millions of Indians: Obama
WASHINGTON:
US President Barack Obama extended his condolences on the death of
former president APJ Abdul Kalam, saying he was an inspiration to
millions who worked to deepen space cooperation between the two
countries.
"On behalf of the American people, I wish to extend
my deepest condolences to the people of India on the passing of former
Indian President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam," Obama said in a statement.
"A scientist and statesman, Dr Kalam rose from humble beginnings to
become one of India's most accomplished leaders, earning esteem at home
and abroad," said Obama, who is visiting Africa.
An advocate
for stronger US-India relations, Kalam worked to deepen our space
cooperation, forging links with NASA during a 1962 visit to the United
States, he said.
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