New Delhi, March 20 -- President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah and Congress

president Mallikarjun Kharge joined celebrities, politicians and others on Wednesday to celebrate the return of NASA astronaut Sunita Williams to

Earth after nine months, terming her an inspiration for generations to come and lauding her determination. The Prime Minister said "the Earth Missed You."

The President said in a social media post India's daughter and her fellow astronauts have inspired everyone with their perseverance, dedication and never-say-die spirit.

"Congratulations to the entire team behind the safe return of NASA's Crew 9 mission on Earth! Their historic journey is a tale ...