All wars signify the failure of conflict resolution mechanisms, and they need post-war rebuilding of faith, trust and confidence.

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

As a child of God, I am greater than anything that can happen to me.

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

A teacher should have a creative mind.

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Be more dedicated to making solid achievements than in running after swift but synthetic happiness.

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Climbing to the top demands' strength, whether it is to the top of Mount Everest or to the top of your career.

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Creativity is the key to success in the future, and primary education is where teachers can bring creativity in children at that level.

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Do we not realize that self-respect comes with self-reliance?

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Educationists should build the capacities of the spirit of inquiry, creativity, entrepreneurial and moral leadership among students and become their role model.

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

English is necessary as at present original works of science are in English. I believe that in two decades times original works of science will start coming out in our languages. Then we can move over like the Japanese.

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

For me, there is no such thing as a negative experience.

— A. P. J. Abdul Kalam