World

‘India Is Amazing’: Sunita Williams Talks About Her Space Views Over The Himalayas

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, back from a 278-day stay at the International Space Station (ISS), shared her experiences during a media interaction on Tuesday.

She spoke about her time in space, Boeing’s Starliner mission, and her deep connection with India.

Williams, whose father is from India, described the country’s breathtaking views from space.

“India is amazing,” she said, recalling the majestic sight of the Himalayas.

“Every time we went over the Himalayas, we got incredible pictures. The mountains formed like ripples and flowed down into India.”

She confirmed that she would visit India soon, noting, “India is a wonderful democracy, a great country. I am going back to my father’s home country for sure.”

Williams and fellow astronaut Butch Wilmore were aboard the ISS longer than planned due to a thruster malfunction on Boeing’s Starliner.

However, they dismissed claims of being ‘stranded in space’.

Wilmore clarified that they never felt stuck, emphasizing that NASA had full control of the situation.

Williams also praised India’s space program, highlighting its rapid advancements.

She expressed her eagerness to meet Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, a member of the Gaganyaan mission.

Williams noted that Shukla will soon fly into space as part of the Axiom-4 mission.

The astronauts also discussed life after their return, including the first meals they had on Earth.

Williams expressed gratitude for her safe return and excitement for future space missions.

Also Read: Shashi Tharoor Praises Modi Government’s Vaccine Diplomacy, Calls It ‘Powerful Leadership’

Bharat Express English

Recent Posts

‘Garv Se Kaho Yeh Swadeshi Hai’: PM Modi Reinforces Call To Buy Local Ahead Of Diwali

Ahead of Diwali, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the public to celebrate the festival by…

45 mins ago

Yogi Adityanath Lights Over 1.51 Crore Lamps In Uttar Pradesh; Record 26 Lakh Diyas Illuminate Ayodhya Dham

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announced that 1.51 crore lamps were lit across the state,…

2 hours ago

UAE’s Sheikh Mohammed & Global Envoys Greet India On Diwali

Leaders and diplomatic missions from the UAE, Singapore, and Iran extended warm Diwali wishes to…

3 hours ago

PIB Debunks Viral WhatsApp Message On Alleged Social Media & Call Monitoring Rules

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has declared as false a viral WhatsApp message claiming government…

3 hours ago

Prez Murmu & VP Radhakrishnan Extend Warm Diwali Greetings; Urge Responsible Celebration

Prez Murmu and Vice President CP Radhakrishnan have wished citizens a happy Diwali, urging everyone…

4 hours ago

Obesity Linked To Alzheimer’s Risk In Adults With Down Syndrome, Study Finds

Obesity, not metabolic syndrome, is linked to higher Alzheimer’s risk in adults with Down syndrome,…

5 hours ago