As the whole world waits, with abated breath, for the safe return of astronaut Sunita Williams, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his concern for this daughter of India.
In a letter dated March 1 to Ms Williams, which Union Minister Jitendra Singh shared on Tuesday, the Prime Minister said he had inquired about the well-being of the astronaut – who was stranded on the space station since June 2024 – when he met President Donald Trump and his predecessor, Joe Biden, during his recent visits to the United States.
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The letter was made public hours after Ms Williams and her colleague, Butch Wilmore, departed for Earth after being stuck on the ISS for more than nine months.
As the whole world waits, with abated breath, for the safe return of Sunita Williams, this is how PM Sh @narendramodi expressed his concern for this daughter of India.
“Even though you are thousands of miles away, you remain close to our hearts,” says PM Sh Narendra Modi’s… pic.twitter.com/MpsEyxAOU9— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) March 18, 2025
“1.4 billion Indians have always taken great pride in your achievements. Recent developments have yet again showcased your inspirational fortitude and perseverance,” he wrote.
“Even though you are thousands of miles away, you continue to remain close to our hearts. The people of India are praying for your good health and success in your mission,” PM Modi told the 59-year-old astronaut.
“After your return, we are looking forward to seeing you in India. It will be a pleasure for India to host one of its most illustrious daughters,” he added.
