Mission ShakthiSAT Delegation Meets Union Minister Chirag Paswan at Panchsheel Bhawan
A delegation of international ambassadors representing Mission ShakthiSAT held a landmark meeting with Shri Chirag Paswan, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, at Panchsheel Bhawan.
The meeting was marked by warmth, openness and meaningful interaction. The Minister personally engaged with the visiting delegation and listened to the women as they shared their stories, countries of origin and the work they are undertaking as part of Mission ShakthiSAT.
Each ambassador was given an opportunity to introduce herself to the Minister, explain the country she represents and highlight her contribution to the mission. Shri Chirag Paswan listened with genuine interest, creating an atmosphere of mutual respect and encouragement throughout the interaction.
Mission ShakthiSAT’s Vision and Global Impact
During the meeting, the delegation presented an overview of Mission ShakthiSAT, highlighting its vision of empowering girls and women through space technology education, mentorship and opportunities.
Shri Chirag Paswan appreciated the initiative and particularly commended the efforts and vision of Dr. Srimathy Kesan, who is leading the mission. He expressed admiration for the strength, resilience and determination demonstrated by the women involved in the initiative.
The Minister also spoke about the mandate and importance of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries and connected the objectives of Mission ShakthiSAT with the broader vision of the Government of India.
Connecting Mission ShakthiSAT with Viksit Bharat
During the discussion, Shri Chirag Paswan highlighted the alignment between Mission ShakthiSAT and the government’s vision of a Viksit Bharat. He also drew connections with the flagship initiative Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao, noting the shared emphasis on empowering girls and creating opportunities for them.
He highlighted the mission’s global reach, with participation from girls and women across more than 108 countries, reflecting values of education, empowerment and opportunity that extend beyond national boundaries.
A Message of Support and Shared Purpose
The warm welcome and encouragement extended by the Minister left a lasting impression on the Mission ShakthiSAT delegation. His attentive engagement with every ambassador reflected a strong spirit of inclusivity and leadership.
The meeting concluded with the Mission ShakthiSAT team expressing gratitude to Shri Chirag Paswan for his time, encouragement and support for the mission’s global vision.
With its focus on space education, mentorship and opportunities for girls and women, Mission ShakthiSAT continues to work towards building a more inclusive global ecosystem where young women can explore, learn and contribute to the future of space technology.
About Mission ShakthiSAT
Mission ShakthiSAT is a global initiative led by Dr. Srimathy Kesan, focused on empowering girls and women through hands-on space technology education, mentorship and opportunities. The mission has participation spanning more than 108 countries, bringing together young women from across the world around a shared vision of education, innovation and empowerment.