Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed NASA Astronauts Sunita Williams, Barry Wimore and other Crew-9 members after the SpaceX Dragon splashed down on Florida coast in the wee hours.

Welcome back, #Crew9! The Earth missed you.

Theirs has been a test of grit, courage and the boundless human spirit. Sunita Williams and the Crew-9 astronauts have once again shown us what perseverance truly means. Their unwavering determination in the face of the vast unknown will forever inspire millions.

Space exploration is about pushing the limits of human potential, daring to dream, and having the courage to turn those dreams into reality. Sunita Williams, a trailblazer and an icon, has exemplified this spirit throughout her career.

We are incredibly proud of all those who worked tirelessly to ensure their safe return. They have demonstrated what happens when precision meets passion and technology meets tenacity.

(Sharing a photo of a previous meeting with Sunita Williams during one of my USA visits)