AP Chief Minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy is known for his great love for his father YSR. But, these days, that is causing hurt and embarrassment to others. Now, Jagan took the extreme step of removing great scientist APJ Abdul Kalam’s name from the AP students Prathibha Puraskar awards. This was renamed as the YSR Vidya Puraskar. These awards are usually given to students excelling in 10th class exams.

Jagan Reddy’s decision has triggered strong criticism from the admirers of Kalam. Social media activists described this as the worst of all the so many bad decisions being taken by YCP Circar. How come the government could dare to remove missile man’s name? Abdul Kalam is even now remembered more for his scientific contributions rather than as a former President.

Kalam is an inspiring personality as he traveled across the country to rouse scientific temper among the students. CM Jagan should have considered the tall stature of Kalam before hurting his memory.