Dr A. P.J.  Abdul Kalam Dr Kalam, the former President of India, is a distinguished scientist, well - known for his significant contribution to the field of space research. 

His vision is to transform India into a developed nation by 2020.  Born on 15 October, 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Abdul Kalam specialized in Aeronautical Engineering from the Madras Institute of Technology.  He became Professor of Technology and Societal Transformation at Anna C'niversity, and was involved in teaching and research.