In memory of the late President of India, APJ Abdul Kalam, the United Nations proclaimed October 5 as World Students Day. Remembering Kalam’s impact in the realm of education is the primary motivation for this commemorative day.
Every year on October 15, the anniversary of former President APJ Abdul Kalam’s birth is commemorated as World Students’ Day. It is commemorated in recognition of Kalam’s altruistic efforts to improve education in India and the rest of the world. The former president was so committed to his job as a teacher that he returned to it the day after he finished his stint as India’s 11th president. Dr. Kalam constantly pushed his students to improve themselves and succeed. F.A.I.L. is for “First Attempt In Learning,” thus even if at first you don’t succeed, you shouldn’t quit up. There is life after death; E.N.D. stands for “Effort Never Dies.” If you get a negative response, just keep in mind that “No” stands for “Next Opportunity,” therefore let’s keep a positive outlook.
World Students Day History
The United Nations has verified that October 15 was not formally proclaimed as World Students’ Day, and the origin of the Indian holiday honouring students is unknown. The primary objective of this commemorative day is to honour Kalam for his work in the field of education. His students significantly improved their lives by being their best selves after hearing his incisive lectures and witnessing his unwavering commitment to teaching.
Abdul Kalam was a firm believer in the power of education to shape a nation’s future and bring it to greater heights of prosperity in all spheres. Because of Abdul Kalam’s devotion to his pupils, World Students Day was established.
World Students’ Day 2022: Theme
This year’s theme for World Teachers’ Day is “the transformation of education begins with teachers”.
Significance of World Students’ Day
Since the late Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, the former President of India, shares his birthday with World Students’ Day, it is widely recognised as a momentous day. The following are other significances of this date:
It reiterates the importance of education.
It is a day to recognize the Fundamental Right to Education.
It commemorates the brilliant work of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, On this day, Kalam’s fondness for teaching students is remembered.
Dr. Kalam received the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honour. Working as the government of India’s scientific advisor earned him multiple awards, including the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Vibhushan. Kalam died of a heart arrest on July 27, 2015, while giving a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management in Shillong. His legacy lives on as some of the country’s most important scientific and technological achievements, even long after his death.
