He inspired me and millions of my brothers and sisters. I want to honour him!

APJ Abdul Kalam was the President of India, a brilliant scientist and most importantly an inspiring leader who believed in educating and empowering the youth of India.

I want to celebrate this great man’s life and his immense contribution to India. That is why I have started this petition asking for APJ Abdul Kalam’s Alma Mater the Madras Institute of Technology to be renamed in his honour.

Kalam was not interested in politics, in honours and accolades. Instead he spent his time talking to young students across India, inspiring them and urging them to work for their country.

More than anyone else, he deserves to have a prestigious institute named after him. Sign my petition and urge the government to name Madras Institute of technology after APJ Abdul Kalam.

Till his last breath, Kalam was with the students he loved. He was addressing students at IIM Shillong on the day of his tragic demise. It is fitting that we name the college where he studied after this great man.

The nation is rightly in mourning over the loss of this great human being. But I feel that we also need to celebrate him, his legacy and honour him.

Kalam served our nation, he served us and never asked for anything in return. Now let us raise our voices and ask for Kalam to be honoured.