Speech
Speech 1
Imagine that you get the opportunity to address Class X students before their public examination. On the basis of Dr Kalam’s message, prepare a speech to motivate and prepare them for the examination.
Dear Friends,
Today, I want to remind you of something very important. You are not ordinary. You are born with wings. You are born with dreams, ideas, and the power to achieve great things. Just like Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam said, “You are not meant for crawling. You have wings. You will fly.”
I know exams can be stressful. You may feel nervous or compare yourself with others. But remember, confidence doesn’t come from fancy clothes or high marks—it comes from believing in yourself. There was once a village boy who asked Dr. Kalam, “Can I become a marine engineer?” He was shy and unsure. But Dr. Kalam told him, “You have wings. You will fly.” That boy’s question was the voice of many students across India. Maybe even yours.
So, as you prepare for your exams, don’t fear the future. Study with focus. Ask questions. Believe in your dreams. You don’t have to be like anyone else. You just have to be the best version of YOU. The journey may be tough, but the destination is worth it. Keep going. Keep growing. And remember—you are born to fly.
Thank you, and all the best for your exams!
Speech 2
Dr. Kalam says, “You have to fight the hardest battle and never stop fighting until you arrive at your destined place, that is, a UNIQUE YOU.” What does this mean, and how can students apply it in their lives?
Dear friends,
Today, I want to speak to you about a powerful message from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. He once said, “You have to fight the hardest battle and never stop fighting until you arrive at your destined place, that is, a UNIQUE YOU.”
What does this mean?
It means that each one of us is special. We are born with dreams, ideas, and talents. But many times, people around us ask us to be like others. Parents may say, “Be like your cousin.” Teachers may say, “Be like the top student.” Society may say, “Follow the crowd.”
But Dr. Kalam tells us to be ourselves. To be unique. To follow our own dreams. This is not easy. It is the hardest battle. But if we keep trying, keep believing, and never give up, we will reach our goal.
Just like the village boy who wanted to be a marine engineer—he was afraid, but he had a dream. Dr. Kalam told him, “You have wings. You will fly.”
So, dear students, as you prepare for your exams and your future, remember: you are born to be unique. Don’t copy others. Be proud of who you are. Work hard, stay confident, and fly high.
Thank you, and all the best!
Speech 3
You are asked to deliver a speech to Class X students based on Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s statement: “The ignited mind of the youth is the most powerful resource on the earth, under the earth, and above the earth.” Prepare a speech in about 220 words explaining the meaning of this statement and motivating students to believe in their potential.
Dear friends,
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam once said, “The ignited mind of the youth is the most powerful resource on the earth, under the earth, and above the earth.” He believed that young people have the energy, ideas, and courage to change the world.
When your mind is ignited, it means you are full of curiosity, hope, and confidence. You start asking questions, dreaming big, and working hard. That is when great things happen. New inventions, strong leaders, and bold decisions come from young minds that are full of fire.
Dr. Kalam saw this power in students across India. He knew that if youth are guided well, they can become scientists, engineers, doctors, and change-makers. He wanted every student to believe in their own strength.
So, dear students, as you prepare for your exams, remember: your mind is your greatest tool. Keep it active, keep it positive, and never stop learning. You are the future of our nation—and your ideas can take you to the sky.
Thank you, and all the best!
You get inspired by Dr A. P. J. Abdul Kalam’s message and decide to communicate your thoughts and ideas to your friend who is studying abroad. Draft an e-mail to your friend. Follow email format.
To: arjun.kumar@example.com
Subject: Inspired by Dr. Kalam’s Message – “I Am Born with Wings”Dear Arjun,
I hope you’re doing well and settling into your studies abroad. I wanted to share something that truly inspired me recently.
I was reading a speech by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, and his words really touched me. He spoke to students about believing in themselves and said, “The ignited mind of the youth is the most powerful resource on the earth, under the earth, and above the earth.” Isn’t that powerful?
He also shared a poem called “I Will Fly”, which reminded me that we are all born with dreams, ideas, and wings to fly. It made me think about how often we compare ourselves to others and forget our own strengths.
Dr. Kalam encouraged students to be unique and never stop fighting for their dreams. I feel more confident now about my goals and want to keep working hard, no matter what challenges come my way.
I thought you’d appreciate this message too. Let’s keep encouraging each other to fly high and stay true to ourselves.
Take care and write back soon!
Warm regards.
1. Are you confident enough to ask questions or express your views in public?
I am not always confident to speak in public. Sometimes, I feel nervous or scared, just like the village boy in the story. I worry that others may laugh at me or think I am wrong. But I know that asking questions is a way to learn more and become better. I try to speak more during class and at home to practice. I prepare before speaking so I won’t feel lost. Dr. Kalam’s words gave me strength. He said every youth is born with wings. That makes me feel that I can do anything if I try. Slowly, my confidence is growing. I want to become someone who is not afraid to express my thoughts clearly in public.
2. Have you ever felt inferior to others in any way?
Yes, I have felt inferior many times. I used to feel shy when I saw other students who spoke better English or wore nice clothes. Like the boy in the story, I compared myself with others and felt small. But I realized that everyone has their own problems, even if they look perfect. Feeling inferior does not help me grow. Instead, I now try to focus on my strengths. I believe I have talents too, even if they are different. Dr. Kalam’s poem made me realize that I am born with potential and confidence. Now I try to be proud of who I am and improve myself every day. I have stopped comparing myself to others and started believing in me.
3. How can you overcome your fear or inhibition?
I believe that I can overcome fear by building self-confidence and practicing daily. Fear is natural, but if I keep running from it, I will never grow. I need to take small steps, like talking more in class or asking one question at a time. Speaking to kind friends or teachers can also help. When I prepare well, I feel less afraid. I must stop thinking about others’ opinions and believe in my own worth. The poem “I will fly” by Dr. Kalam reminded me that I was born with wings and dreams. That means I have the power to grow. I will never stop trying until I win over my fear and become brave enough to do what I want.
4. What is your ambition in life?
My ambition in life is to become a teacher. I want to help students who are afraid to ask questions, just like the boy in the story. I want to make learning simple and fun, especially for students in villages who don’t have many chances. I believe teaching is a very powerful job, as teachers shape the minds of future leaders. A teacher can change the life of a shy or weak student by giving them hope. I want to be that kind of teacher. I will work hard, be kind, and guide students with love. Dr. Kalam inspired me to think big and have confidence. I want to follow his path and become someone who helps others learn and grow.
5. Are you confident that you can fulfil your dream?
Yes, I believe I can fulfil my dream, even if the journey is not easy. I know there will be problems, but I will not give up. I am ready to work hard, improve my skills, and learn from mistakes. Dr. Kalam said that we all are born with confidence and dreams. That gives me courage. If I study every day, believe in myself, and get support from my family and teachers, I can reach my goal. Sometimes, I feel afraid. But then I remember the village boy’s question and how Dr. Kalam encouraged him. That gives me hope. I know I must fight many small battles, but if I stay strong, I will become the person I want to be.
6. How do you think you can attain your goal?
To attain my goal, I must have a strong plan and follow it with discipline. I will study hard, ask questions, and use every chance to learn something new. I need to stop comparing myself to others and focus on my path. I will also try to improve my language and communication skills. I believe that reading books, talking to good teachers, and staying positive will help me. The most important thing is to believe in myself. Dr. Kalam said, “You are born with wings.” That means I have all the power I need inside me. I just need to use it. I will not give up when I face failure. I will keep moving forward until I reach my dream.
Textual Analysis
Dear friends, I realize how the contributions of the youth in the past have continuously contributed to the world of today in many fields. I would like to assert that no youth today needs to fear about the future. Why? The ignited mind of the youth is the most powerful resource on the earth, under the earth, and above the earth. Dear young friends, I would like to talk to you on the topic ‘I am born with wings.’
Last year, I went to a village to inaugurate a programme called Sasthrayaan, which means ‘the propagation of Science’. The mission of Sasthrayaan was to ensure the preparation of about two thousand students from different schools, towards making them eligible to be engineers, scientists, doctors, qualified managers, and civil servants. This action would, in turn, empower about two thousand families of the village. My inaugural address to a mixed audience, consisting of five thousand students and their family members, was on the topic, ‘Science Empowers the Nation’.
After my address, hundreds of hands were raised for asking questions. Due to the limited availability of time, I selected twelve students at random, from the last row to the first, to ask questions. I would like to share with you one question of great concern which was asked by a student.
The question was from a teenager who had come from a far away village. He was nervous and a typical representative of the youth of India. The boy began speaking, ‘Sir, I don’t know what I should ask. I am nervous. I have not asked any question in my class. I need to have confidence, but I have not gained any confidence through my education during all these years. I am afraid to talk to my teachers, I am afraid to talk to my friends.
Whenever I talk, I compare myself with other students and their elegant dress. Please tell me. I want to become a marine engineer. I want to travel in a ship. I want to be the captain of the ship. I want to build the engine of the ship. Shall I be able to do all these, sir? How can I achieve this mission? What should I do?’ When the boy completed the question, the entire audience and the dignitaries on the dais, including the Chief Minister, were looking at me wondering what Kalam was going to say to the sincere question of a young village boy.
I thought of it, and breaking the silence, I said, ‘My dear friend, you have put the most difficult question among the many questions that I have
received from millions and millions of students whom I have met. I value your question. I know you are echoing the fear of many. Let me recite a beautiful ancient poem named ‘I will fly’.
I am born with potential.
I am born with goodness and trust.
I am born with ideas and dreams.
I am born with greatness.
I am born with confidence.
I am born with wings.
So, I am not meant for crawling,
I have wings, I will fly
I will fly and fly.
Young friends, let me discuss with you, how you can be unique. I have, so far, met fifteen million youth in a decade’s time. I learnt, ‘Every youth wants to be unique, that is YOU!’ But the world all around you is doing its best, day and night, to make you just ‘everybody else’. In your home, dear young fellows, you are asked by your parents to be like the neighbours’ children for scoring good marks. When you go to school, your teacher says, ‘Why don’t you become like the first five rankers in the class?’
Wherever you go, people say, ‘You have to be somebody else or everybody else’. Now, dear young friends, how many of you would like to be unique yourself? The challenge, my dear young friends, is that you have to fight the hardest battle which any human being can ever imagine, and never stop fighting until you arrive at your destined place, that is, a UNIQUE YOU!
