Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Shares Stunning Space View Of India During Diwali

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the International Space Station, captured a video of India from orbit during Diwali. He described the country’s view at night as “glowing like a jewel,” showing cities such as Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad and Delhi. Lightning over the Bay of Bengal and the Himalayas’ silhouette were visible. The video highlighted India’s beauty from space and shared the festive light celebration with the global audience, emphasizing the cultural importance of Diwali even in outer space.

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Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Shares Stunning Space View Of India During Diwali
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Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Shares Stunning Space View Of India During Diwali

IN SHORTIndian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the International Space Station, captured a video of India from orbit during Diwali. He described the country’s view at night as “glowing like a jewel,” showing cities such as Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad and Delhi. Lightning over the Bay of Bengal and the Himalayas’ silhouette were visible. The video highlighted India’s beauty from space and shared the festive light celebration with the global audience, emphasizing the cultural importance of Diwali even in outer space.

TL;DR

  • Shubhanshu Shukla filmed India from ISS during Diwali.
  • Timelapse shows cities like Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Delhi illuminated at night.
  • Lightning flashes visible over Bay of Bengal.
  • Himalayas appear as dark silhouette in video.
  • Astronaut describes country as “glowing like a jewel.”
  • Shared video on social media, gaining widespread attention.
  • Message connects Diwali celebration with global view from space.
  • Highlights astronaut’s outreach to showcase Earth’s beauty and Indian geography.
  • Demonstrates the role of science in cultural storytelling.

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