NASA astronaut Sunita is currently on the International Space Station (ISS). From space, she shared her Diwali greetings with people in the United States and around the world. Moreover, she recorded a heartfelt video message from 260 miles above Earth. In this video, Sunita shared her thoughts on celebrating Diwali from space.
To begin, Sunita expressed her gratitude for her cultural roots. Her father taught her and her family about Indian traditions and festivals, including Diwali. Because of his dedication, this knowledge left a lasting impact on her. As a result, she felt honored to share this heritage with the world. “Greetings from the ISS,” Sunita began. “I want to wish everyone celebrating today at the White House and around the world a very Happy Diwali.” Her words created a strong sense of connection and unity. Indeed, they reminded everyone of shared joy, even from space.
Furthermore, Sunita explained the deeper significance of Diwali. She described it as a festival of hope and renewal. Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Therefore, people come together to celebrate, no matter where they are. “Diwali is a time of joy as goodness in the world prevails,” she said. Finally, as she floated in space, her words emphasized the strength of these timeless ideals.
Sunita also thanked President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.She appreciated their participation in the White House Diwali celebrations. In addition, she recognized their efforts to celebrate the contributions of the Indian community. “Thank you to the President and the Vice President for celebrating Diwali with our community today,” Sunita said. Moreover, she acknowledged their commitment to honoring the cultural heritage of Indian Americans.
Her message from the ISS was both powerful and moving. It highlighted the themes of hope, unity, and renewal. Furthermore, Sunita reminded everyone that joy can be shared from anywhere. Even from space, the spirit of Diwali brings people together.
