World Students’ Day today; know why it is celebrated on October 15

It was the United Nations that designated October 15 as a day to celebrate Dr Kalam’s birthday as World Students’ Day, symbolising his legacy and encouraging the values he championed. 

To succeed in life and achieve results, you must understand and master three mighty forces — desire, belief, and expectation.” 

This famous quote is said by India’s 11th President, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. His love and trust in the young generation of India and beyond is not hidden. Every year on October 15, the country and beyond celebrate, ‘World Students’ Day’ in honor of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who was a beloved teacher, and a scientist.

It was the United Nations that designated October 15 as a day to celebrate Dr Kalam’s birthday as World Students’ Day, symbolising his legacy and encouraging the values he championed.

Known as the ‘People’s President,’ Dr Kalam dedicated much of his life to inspiring and guiding young students, and his passion for teaching and learning left a profound impact on India and beyond.

He was known for his humility, his belief in the potential of the younger generation, and his advocacy for science and education as pathways to national development.

Dr Kalam was born on October 15, 1931, in a Tamil Muslim family in Rameswaram on Pamban Island. Pamban Island was then in the Madras Presidency and is now in Tamil Nadu. Although Dr Kalam had average grades in his school years, he was always a bright and hardworking student with a strong desire to learn. He spent hours on his studies, especially mathematics.

Dr Kalam received numerous awards, including the Padma Bhushan in 1981, the Padma Vibhushan in 1990, and the Bharat Ratna for his contributions to research, the field of science, and his work with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

World Students’ Day 2024: Significance

The day is dedicated to Dr. Kalam who worked for education, science and technology. The day serves as a reminder that education plays an important role in both personal and societal development.

The day reminds us that the youth of today are the leaders and change-makers of tomorrow. It tells them to dream big and use educational tools to do something for the benefit of others.

This event highlights the human right to education, promoting equality of opportunity for all students irrespective of their social background.

World Students’ Day 2024 Celebrations

World Students’ Day is celebrated to encourage students towards the realisation of their dutie

1. Educational ProgrammesSpecial lectures, workshops and seminars on the teachings of Kalam are organised by schools and universities.
2. Cultural EventsMany organisations conduct cultural programmes that reflect talent, skill, art and scientific thinking.
3. Social Media CampaignsQuotes and messages of Kalam are shared a lot on social media platforms to inspire students worldwide.

Inspirational Quotes by APJ Abdul Kalam

“Dream, Dream, Dream. Dreams transform into thoughts and thoughts result in action.”

“If you want to shine like a sun, first burn like a sun.”

“Don’t take rest after your first victory because if you fail in the second, more lips are waiting to say that your first victory was just luck.”

“You cannot change your future, but you can change your habits.”

“To succeed in life and achieve results, you must understand and master three mighty forces—desire, belief, and expectation.”

With Thanks Reference to:https://indianexpress.com/article/education/world-students-day-2024-why-is-october-15-celebrated-as-students-day-apj-abdul-kalam-9619414/ and https://www.news18.com/education-career/why-apj-abdul-kalams-birth-anniversary-is-celebrated-as-world-students-day-9085540.html