The People's Missile President! Poem by Naga Vamshidhar Ratakonda

An Indomitable Spirit that,
With Transcendence of,
Spiritual Experiences Ignited,
The Mind in to Wings of Fire;

From First Nuclear Tests,
Launch of Missiles, Rockets,
And Satellites to Invention Of,
Coronary Stent & Tablet Computer;

The Missile Man of India &
The People's President,
Is The Highest Civilian
Honorary, The Bharat Ratna;

Defense Scientist First Citizen,
Kalam was a Man Of Strong
Conviction, Intuition, Invention,
Innovations & Sacrifices Many;

The Humble, Traditional &
Aspirational Middle Class,
Pioneer is a Best Set Example,
For World Populace of All Walks;

Uninspired By Money Shillings,
With Passion for Teaching,
Left this World in Shillong Whilst,
Inspiring the Nation's Young!