In an exciting revelation, US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, declared that America is set to send an Indian astronaut to the International Space Station by the year’s end. Speaking at an event commemorating the 248th Independence Day of the United States in Mumbai, Garcetti also highlighted the anticipated launch of the NISAR project, a collaborative Earth-observing venture between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
Garcetti emphasized the commitment made during Prime Minister Modi’s visit, reaffirming that the mission remains on track for execution this year. Stressing the importance of bilateral cooperation in research and emerging technologies, he underscored the potential for India and the US to complement each other’s strengths. Drawing attention to India’s cost-effective lunar mission, Chandrayaan 3, Garcetti hailed the collaboration between the two nations, noting the diverse capabilities they bring to the table. Additionally, he addressed concerns in the civilian nuclear energy sector, expressing optimism for progress post-elections in resolving outstanding liability issues and fostering closer collaboration between the two countries.
