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| Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Award | |
|---|---|
| Name | Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Award |
| Awarded for | Excellence in Science and Technology, Public Service, Education |
| Presenter | Government of Tamil Nadu |
| Country | India |
| Year | 2015 |
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Award The Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Award recognizes contributions associated with Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam and honors achievements in Science and Technology, Public Service, Education, and Literature. The award was instituted by the Government of Tamil Nadu and is presented annually with associations to institutions such as the Indian Space Research Organisation, the Defence Research and Development Organisation, and universities like the University of Madras, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, and the Anna University.
The inception of the award followed debates in the Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu and endorsements from figures including the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, ministers from the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, and commentators in outlets like The Hindu and The Times of India. Its establishment was contemporaneous with commemorative initiatives at sites such as the Rashtrapati Bhavan and programs involving the National Council of Educational Research and Training and the Indian Council of Medical Research. Early presentations involved partnerships with the Aravind Eye Care System, the Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, and civil society organizations linked to the Sangam cultural movements.
Eligible candidates are typically associated with achievements at organizations such as the Indian Space Research Organisation, DRDO, ISRO Satellite Centre, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, or academic posts at the Indian Institutes of Technology and central universities like the University of Delhi and the Jawaharlal Nehru University. Considerations reference contributions to projects akin to the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program, the Chandrayaan programme, and initiatives associated with the National Innovation Foundation. Nominees have included faculty from institutions such as the IIT Madras, IIT Bombay, IISc Bangalore, and leaders from Tata Institute of Fundamental Research.
Selection panels have included representatives from the Government of Tamil Nadu, members of the Sitaram Jindal-linked foundations, academics from IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, IISc Bengaluru, and administrators from the University Grants Commission and the Indian Council of Social Science Research. Presentation ceremonies have been held at venues like the Kalaivanar Arangam and the Ezhilagam with keynote participation from dignitaries who have served at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, alumni of the Indian Institute of Science, and leaders from the Asian Development Bank and NITI Aayog.
Recipients have spanned scientists affiliated with the Indian Space Research Organisation and DRDO, educators from the University of Madras and Anna University, entrepreneurs from the Tata Group and the Infosys leadership, and social innovators connected to the Aravind Eye Care System and the Selco Foundation. Awardees have included researchers associated with projects at the Chandrayaan programme, members of the Indian National Science Academy, and scholars from the Indian Council of Historical Research and the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms.
The award typically comprises a citation referencing the legacy of Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam, a medal presented at state ceremonies involving the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu or the Governor of Tamil Nadu, and a cash component administered via the Government of Tamil Nadu treasury with coordination from agencies such as the State Bank of India and the Reserve Bank of India regional office. Complementary benefits have included fellowships at institutions like the Indian Institute of Science and lecture invitations at venues such as the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and the National Institute of Technology campuses.
The award has amplified profiles of recipients within bodies such as the Indian National Science Academy, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, and international forums including the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and the World Economic Forum. Media coverage in outlets like The Hindu, The Times of India, and Hindustan Times has linked laureates to policy dialogues at the NITI Aayog and advisory roles at universities including the University of Delhi, Jawaharlal Nehru University, and technical institutes such as IIT Bombay and IIT Kanpur.
Category:Indian awards