Kalpana Chawla
Kalpana Chawla was an Indian-American astronaut and aerospace engineer, known for being the first woman of Indian origin in space. She flew on two Space Shuttle missions, STS-87 in 1997 and STS-107 in 2003, the latter of which tragically ended in the Columbia disaster. Chawla's legacy continues to inspire many, particularly young women and girls, in pursuing careers in science and engineering. Her contributions to space exploration and advocacy for women's empowerment are remembered and celebrated, especially during events like International Women's Day.
Born on Mar 17, 1962 (63 years old)
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