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JRD: The role model 
Afternoon
— August 30, 2004

At the launch, Anant Pai, the editor of 'Amar Chitra Katha' spoke of the rationale behind the tide of the book. "We decided to publish a book on JRD Tata's life to place before the children a role model whom they can derive inspiration from. JRD was the epitome-of perseverance and was totally committed to instilling the values of 'never giving up' in children. His zest and zeal are apt aphorisms of life. There are few who can match up to legends like him."

Margie Sastry, the scriptwriter of the title added, "JRD's life is a great inspiration for children as he is a role model they can relate to. We have include interesting anecdotes from his childhood and passion for flying that he wonderfully converted to a gift, to a nation by starting civil aviation in India. For these endeavours, JRD was awarded the country's highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna in 1992. Yet, he remained at heart a simple, unassuming person who refused to take himself seriously. 

Years after his pioneering flight on the Puss Month, he re-enacted the event, to inspire little hope and encourage the younger generation. The 32-page children's illustrated classic takes the reader through an inspiring journey of JRD's life. Based on intensive research of over several months by the IBH team, the title inspires hope and enthusiasm in the young people of the country.

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