Overview
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam University is a private university located in Indore, in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The institution is named in honour of A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, the former President of India, who was widely associated with science, education and the encouragement of young learners.
As a private university based in Indore, the institution forms part of the higher education landscape of Madhya Pradesh, a state that hosts a mix of public and private universities offering programmes across diverse academic disciplines.
The university's naming reflects a common practice among Indian educational institutions of drawing inspiration from prominent national figures, particularly those linked with public service and academia.
References
Adapted from the English Wikipedia article on Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam University.