Abdul Kalam: an exceptional leader.

The article "Abdul Kalam: an exceptional leader" in Current Science highlights the exceptional leadership qualities of Bharat Ratna Abdul Kalam in the field of Aerospace Engineering. The author, S. M. Deshpande, shares personal experiences of collaborating with Kalam on various projects, emphasizing his dedication, humility, and eagerness to learn. Kalam's visionary leadership led to the establishment of important initiatives like the Joint Advanced Technology Programme (JATP) and the AR&DB Centre of Excellence in aerospace CFD, showcasing his commitment to collaboration between academia and defense organizations. [Extracted from the article]