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What does India look like from space? Sunita Williams answers with a special mention of Himalayas

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 1 April 2025
Astronaut Sunita Williams described her view of India from space during her nine-month stay on the International Space Station. She highlighted the Himalayas' ripple effect, the fishing fleets near Mumbai and Gujarat, and the network of lights visible across the country. Williams expressed excitement about visiting her ancestral home in Gujarat.
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