Sunita Williams on leave in space to celebrate Christmas, New Year
India TodayNasa astronaut Sunita Williams is set to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Day aboard the International Space Station with her fellow crew members, bringing a festive spirit to the cosmos. The crew of seven astronauts and cosmonauts will take time to relax during the holidays, opening gifts, sharing special meals prepared from supplies delivered by a recent SpaceX Dragon cargo mission, and connecting with family and friends via video calls. Nasa shared a cheerful image of Williams and fellow astronaut Don Pettit wearing Santa hats inside the ISS's Columbus laboratory module, capturing the holiday spirit in space. Williams’ extended stay aboard the ISS has not only allowed her to conduct vital scientific research but also provided a unique opportunity to maintain connections with loved ones during this special time of year.