Welcome back, the earth missed you: PM Modi Congratulates Sunita Williams as she returns home
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New Delhi, March 19, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sunita Williams and welcomed her back as she along with Butch Wilmore set foot on earth. Taking to X, PM Modi said, “Welcome back, Crew9! The Earth missed you. Theirs has been a test of grit, courage and the boundless human spirit. Sunita Williams and the Crew9 astronauts have once again shown us what perseverance truly means. Their unwavering determination in the face of the vast unknown will forever inspire millions."
The PM continued, “Space exploration is about pushing the limits of human potential, daring to dream, and having the courage to turn those dreams into reality. Sunita Williams, a trailblazer and an icon, has exemplified this spirit throughout her career."
“We are incredibly proud of all those who worked tirelessly to ensure their safe return. They have demonstrated what happens when precision meets passion and technology meets tenacity," he added.
Welcome back, #Crew9! The Earth missed you.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 19, 2025
Theirs has been a test of grit, courage and the boundless human spirit. Sunita Williams and the #Crew9 astronauts have once again shown us what perseverance truly means. Their unwavering determination in the face of the vast unknown… pic.twitter.com/FkgagekJ7C
Earlier, PM Modi wrote a letter to NASA astronaut Sunita Williams inquiring about her well-being.
“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.
President Droupadi Murmu’s Message For Sunita Williams
President Droupadi Murmu congratulated the team behind the safe return of NASA’s Crew 9 mission as she lauded Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams and her fellow astronauts for inspiring everyone with their perseverance, dedication, and never-say-die spirit. She said, “Congratulations to the entire team behind the safe return of NASA’s Crew 9 mission on Earth! India’s daughter Sunita Williams and her fellow astronauts have inspired everyone with their perseverance, dedication and never-say-die spirit."
Congratulations to the entire team behind the safe return of NASA’s Crew 9 mission on Earth! India’s daughter Sunita Williams and her fellow astronauts have inspired everyone with their perseverance, dedication and never-say-die spirit. Their historic journey is a tale of…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) March 19, 2025
The President added, “Their historic journey is a tale of determination, teamwork and extraordinary courage. I salute their unwavering resolve and wish them excellent health!"
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh applauded Sunita Williams’ time in space as historic, writing on X, “Delighted at the safe return of NASA’s #Crew9 on earth! The crew comprising of India’s daughter Sunita Williams and other astronauts have rewritten the history of human endurance and perseverance in Space."
Delighted at the safe return of NASA’s #Crew9 on earth! The crew comprising of India’s daughter Sunita Williams and other astronauts have rewritten the history of human endurance and perseverance in Space.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) March 19, 2025
Sunita Williams’ incredible journey, unwavering dedication, fortitude…
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri posted on X, “Even when she was thousands of miles away for more than nine months on ISS, she was close to our hearts. 140 billion Indians joined the world in praying for her safe return. Young people around the world drew immense inspiration from the fortitude and perseverance with which she kept her chin up and continued with her good work for the betterment of humankind despite being personally stuck in an unpredictable situation."