APJ Abdul Kalam - Address to the NEU-Harvard Students
27/Apr/2009 : Boston, USA Vision for the Nation: A Distinctive Profile The competitiveness is powered by knowledge, Knowledge is powered by Technology and innovation. Friends, I am delighted to be with the Northeastern University and address students from Northeastern University, Harvard University and other distinguished guests. My greetings to all the members present here. I am inspired by the motto of the Northeastern University “Light, Truth and Courage” which are the three components of education systems. Also, I find that NEU is one of America’s Most Entrepreneurial Campuses. When I am in the midst of students and guests of this great university, I would like to talk on the topic “Vision for the Nation: A Distinctive Profile” . Let me share with you my unique experience in mid 1990’s on formulation of Indian vision 2020 strategies. I was given the task of chairing Technology Information Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC). I recollect, that in the first meeting o...