APJ Abdul Kalam breathed his last on July 27, 2015 at the age of 83. He was addressing students at IIM Shillong when he collapsed due to a cardiac arrest. On his eighth death anniversary today, tributes have poured in for the Missile Man of India, who left an unmatched legacy through his teachings and values.

APJ Abdul Kalam Death Anniversary: On July 27, 2015, Dr Kalam was delivering a lecture at the IIM, Shillong, where he collapsed and passed away due to a cardiac arrest. India News Edited by NDTV Newsdesk Updated: July 27, 2021 12:53 pm IST Dr APJ Abdul Kalam was born on October 15, 1931, in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu (File).