National Archives of India acquires private papers of A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
The National Archives of India (NAI), the premier archival institution of the country, on Monday acquired the private papers of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
According to a press release, the collection comprises original correspondences and photographs, passport, Aadhaar and PAN cards, tour reports, and the lectures delivered by Kalam at various universities and organisations.
The collection was donated by A.P.J.M. Nazema Maraikayar, Kalam's niece, and A.P.J.M.J. Sheik Saleem, Kalam's grandnephew. Arun Singhal, Director-General, National Archives, signed an agreement with Ms. Maraikayar. The ceremony was also attended by A.P.J.M. Jainulabudeen, Kalam's nephew, and A.P.J.M.J. Sheik Dawood, Kalam's grandnephew.
The NAI is the custodian of the non-current records of the Government of India and holds them in trust for the use of administrators and researchers, as per the provisions of the Public Records Act, 1993. It plays a key role in guiding and shaping archival consciousness in the country.
Apart from its vast collection of public records, the NAI also houses a rich and ever-growing collection of private papers of eminent Indians from all walks of life, who have made significant contributions to the nation, the release said.
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