'Earth Missed You': PM Modi Welcomes 'Trailblazer' Sunita Williams, Hails Crew-9's 'Unwavering Determination'

Sunita Williams Returns To Earth: Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the safe return of Sunita Williams and the SpaceX Crew 9 astronauts, expressing pride in their incredible journey. He remarked, "Space exploration is about pushing the limits of human potential, daring to dream, and having the courage to turn those dreams into reality." Modi described Williams as a "trailblazer and an icon," recognising her significant contributions to space exploration throughout her career.

"The Earth missed you, #Crew9!" he added, commending the astronauts for their resilience and determination. Their experiences in the vastness of space serve as an inspiration for millions, with Modi noting, "Their unwavering determination will forever motivate future generations."

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The Prime Minister also expressed gratitude to all those involved in ensuring the crew's safe return. He highlighted the hard work that reflected a perfect combination of precision, passion, technology, and tenacity.

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… pic.twitter.com/FkgagekJ7C

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 19, 2025

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have safely returned to Earth after spending nearly nine months in space. The crew, which had been stationed in space since June last year, faced numerous challenges before their spacecraft successfully landed on the Florida coast early Wednesday morning, according to Indian time.

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A NASA team was present at the landing site with a boat to welcome the astronauts and assist them. As the Crew-9 astronauts dressed and prepared to leave the International Space Station's Harmony port on Tuesday morning, they boarded the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft.

In an official statement, NASA confirmed that all the astronauts returned safely and reported good health, although they will be kept under observation. The agency praised the Coast Guard team for their efficient recovery operation.