Sachin Tendulkar leads ‘last salaams’ to APJ Abdul Kalam on Twitter

APJ Abdul Kalam’s rare picture with the Indian cricket team was shared by BCCI on Twitter

Sachin Tendulkar and other leading sports personalities of the country paid their last respects to former President APJ Abdul Kalam who passed away on Monday.

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Dr Kalam collapsed while delivering a lecture at IIM Shillong. Tributes poured in for India’s 11th President on Twitter. Here’s a look at who said what:

The nation mourns the loss of a great person (1/2)

— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 27, 2015

Former President of India, a renowned scientist, an inspiration to all, a terrific human being…RIP Dr. Abdul Kalam (2/2)

— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 27, 2015

A role model for so many, a visionary leader and a person with an indomitable spirit, RIP APJ Abdul Kalam Sir.

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) July 27, 2015

We will miss u deeply Mr. Abdul Kalam sir a great person …..RIP

— Saina Nehwal (@NSaina) July 27, 2015

RIP Shri Abdul Kalam. Till his last breath he inspired minds. A person with a great mind and kind heart.

— Viswanathan Anand (@vishy64theking) July 27, 2015

A huge loss for the nation, you were a source of inspiration to millions of countrymen #RIP Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam

— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) July 27, 2015

RIP Dr.Abdul Kalam who passed away while doing what he loved the most,speaking 2 students& imparting knowledge 2 the young. #leader

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) July 27, 2015

Dr.Kalam was not only a gr8 President but a visionary who inspired the entire country.1 of the most humble person I met.We will miss u sir.

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) July 27, 2015

Very sad day for http://t.co/UQfyBw1vxg Dr.Kalam.The nation will always remember you for launching the Rohini.

— Ashwin Ravichandran (@ashwinravi99) July 27, 2015

Sad to hear about the sudden demise of Dr.A.P.J Abdul Kalam. May his soul rest in peace.

— K L Rahul (@klrahul11) July 27, 2015

RIP Dr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam, a President who was first a Noble Citizen of the Country to its true Sense.left a lot to emulate

— Kartik Murali (@kartikmurali) July 27, 2015

RIP APJ KALAM You will always be remembered as one the greatest , most humble and loved presidents India has ever had..

— Harbhajan Singh (@harbhajan_singh) July 27, 2015

Dream is not that which you see while sleeping, it is something that does not let you sleep – Dr APJ Abdul Kalam.

— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) July 27, 2015

Not just a leader but a cult hero. A great President. A great Indian #RIPKalam

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) July 27, 2015

#RIP Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam pic.twitter.com/7ESlIiAhHx

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) July 27, 2015

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— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) July 27, 2015

RIP Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Impeccable character and indomitable spirit – #MissileMan pic.twitter.com/qyVN1bjSW9

— BCCI (@BCCI) July 27, 2015

Really sad to hear about the passing away of our former president Dr.Abdul Kalam. #RIP

— Rohan Bopanna (@rohanbopanna) July 27, 2015

RIP APJ Abdul Kalam Sir! #Respect #Salute

— Parupalli Kashyap (@parupallik) July 27, 2015