Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam’s Ten Point Oath for Smile Children and Youth of the Nation
1. I will pursue my education or the work with dedication and I will excel in it.
2. From now onwards, I will teach at least 10 persons to read and write those who cannot read and write.
3. I will plant at least 10 saplings and shall ensure their growth through constant care.
4. I will visit rural and urban areas and permanently wean away at least 5 persons from addiction and gambling.
5. I will constantly endeavour to remove the pain of my suffering brethren.
6. I will not support any religious, caste or language differentiation.
7. I will be honest and endeavour to make a corruption free society.
8. I will work for becoming an enlightened citizen and make my family righteous.
9. I will always be a friend of the mentally and physically challenged and will work hard to make them feel normal, like the rest of us.
10. I will proudly celebrate the success of my country and my people.
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About Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
Dr. Kalam became the 11th President of India, holding office from 25 July 2002 till 25 July 2007. His focus is on transforming India into a developed nation by 2020.
Dr. Kalam is the recipient of the highest civilian honour of India ‘Bharat Ratna’ [1997].
He is one of the most distinguished scientists of India with the unique honour of receiving honorary doctorates from 30 universities and institutions.