I was not born for one corner. The whole world is my native land.
A global citizen in spirit, Kalpana saw herself as part of the world.
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Kalpana Chawla (Astronaut, Aerospace Engineer)
Kalpana Chawla was an Indian-born American astronaut and aerospace engineer. She was the first woman of Indian origin to travel to space. A true inspiration to millions, she tragically lost her life during the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster in 2003. Her life remains a symbol of courage, dreams, and excellence in science.
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