When Dr.Abdul Kalam was the President, he visited Coonoor. On reaching, he came to know that Field Marshall Sam Manekshaw was in the Military Hospital
there. Dr.Kalam wanted to visit Sam, which was unscheduled. Arrangements were made. At the bedside, Kalam spent abt 15 minutes talking to Sam &
enquiring abt his health.
Just before leaving Kalam asked Sam " Are you comfortable? Is there anything I could do? Do you have any grievances? or any requirement that would make you more comfortable?
Sam said, "Yes Yr Excellency, I have one grievance". Shocked with concern & anguish, Kalam asked him what it was.
Sam replied," Sir, my grievance is that I am not able to get up & Salute my most respected President of my beloved country". Kalam held Sam's hand as both were in tears.
And that is how respect is earned!
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