Deep sadness surrounded us like darkness on hearing the news of the demise of Dr A. P. J. Kalam. He was the greatest supporter of grassroots innovations and an ardent believer of the creative abilities of the children. For the last 15 years, the grassroots innovation movement in India was led from front by Dr Kalam. His contribution to the Honeybee network is unparalleled. His departure is unbelievable.

We lost him bodily. But he is always with us. Many of our innovators personally interacted with him and what a simple soul he was to engage with grassroots innovators, children and the greatest of the statesmen of the planet with same ease.

His legacy of nurturing creativity in children and at grassroots is to be now continued with greater vigour, more enthusiasm and attain remarkable sustainable growth for the India. Let us resolve to be true followers of Dr Kalam. Let us make his soul be proud by working with more dedication, increased enthusiasm, higher energy.

We assure you to continue your efforts.

RIP Dr A.P.J. Kalam

Team Palle Srujana