Sunita Williams was taken out of the SpaceX crew capsule on stretchers after returning from space. AP File
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Firstpost22-01-2026, 21:45

Sunita Williams Hopes for US-India Space Tie-up, Passes Moon Mission to Next Gen

  • NASA astronaut Sunita Williams expressed her hope for stronger US-India collaboration in space during her visit to India.
  • Williams, 60, stated her desire to go to the moon but prefers to pass this opportunity to the younger generation, encouraging them to explore space.
  • She shared her unique and fulfilling space experience, including taking culturally significant food aboard her spacecraft.
  • Williams faced challenges, including an extended nine-month stay on the International Space Station due to issues with a Boeing spacecraft.
  • After a 27-year career, Williams retired from NASA on December 27, 2025, having completed three ISS missions and setting multiple spaceflight records.

Why It Matters: Sunita Williams advocates for US-India space collaboration and inspires the next generation for lunar exploration.

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