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'Missile Man' Missed Becoming a Pilot by Just One Rank, How Did a Broken Dream Change His Fate?

Summary by TV9 Hindi
APJ Abdul Kalam Birthday: On APJ Abdul Kalam's birth anniversary, know how securing 9th rank out of 8 seats in the IAF pilot exam became the turning point in Abdul Kalam's fortunes and paved the way for him to become the 'Missile Man'.
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APJ Abdul Kalam Birth Anniversary Special: On the birth anniversary of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, know the exciting story of his life, when he created history by flying a Sukhoi fighter plane at the age of 74.

APJ Abdul Kalam Birthday: On APJ Abdul Kalam's birth anniversary, know how securing 9th rank out of 8 seats in the IAF pilot exam became the turning point in Abdul Kalam's fortunes and paved the way for him to become the 'Missile Man'.

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TV9 Hindi broke the news on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
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