Sunita Williams at IIT Delhi: Earth from Space Makes Boundaries Meaningless

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News18•21-01-2026, 20:05
Sunita Williams at IIT Delhi: Earth from Space Makes Boundaries Meaningless
- •NASA astronaut Sunita Williams delivered the inaugural Prof VN Vazirani Institute Lecture at IIT Delhi on January 20, 2026.
- •She shared insights from her Expeditions 71/72 mission, emphasizing the 'overview effect' of seeing Earth from space.
- •Williams highlighted the importance of teamwork, simple solutions to complex problems, and understanding zero gravity's impact.
- •She discussed IIT Delhi's contributions to space technology and collaborations with ISRO, as noted by Director Prof. Rangan Banerjee.
- •Williams shared a personal anecdote about sharing Indian food with crewmates in space, underscoring food's unifying power.
Why It Matters: Sunita Williams emphasized unity and shared humanity, viewing Earth from space makes boundaries feel meaningless.
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