A sari for Mars: Outfit worn by Indian 'rocket woman' at US museum

A sari worn by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientist Nandini Harinath during a pivotal moment in the Mars mission has been added to the collection of a prominent US museum. Harinath, a key figure in the Mars Orbiter Mission, chose to wear the traditional Indian garment on the mission's most crucial day. The sari is now part of the National Air and Space Museum's collection in Washington D.C.

This inclusion highlights the significant contributions of women in space exploration and acknowledges the cultural identity of scientists involved in global space endeavors. The garment represents a blend of tradition and technological achievement.

The inclusion of the sari in a major US museum highlights the growing recognition of diverse cultural contributions to scientific advancements and celebrates the role of women in space exploration.