Final farewell to the Missile Man

Rameshwaram: The entire state, including shops, educational institutions, government and private establishments remained closed in honour of the former president of Abdul Kalam. People from all walks of life gathered to pay homage as he was laid to rest in his home town of Rameshwaram. What was surprising, was the commendable discipline everybody showed, almost making police personnel look unnecessary and more for the security of high profile leaders who had shown up. Be it the crowd at Mandapam, that patiently waited to receive the mortal remains of the 'Son of the Soil,' or the thousands who silently stood for nearly five hours at Rameswaram to pay their last respects, the crowd posed little anxiety to security. India's Missile Man was sent off with dignity and love.