Karnal, March 17—On the birth anniversary of India's first female astronaut—the "Space Angel" Kalpana Chawla—the *Sarv Kalyan Manch* (All-Welfare Forum) of Karnal paid a floral tribute and remembered her with deep reverence. The event was led by the Forum's Karnal District President, Randeep Singh. Present on this occasion were numerous dignitaries and athletes associated with the Forum, including Dinesh Arya, Gulshan Rana, Bansi Fauji, Coach Rameshwar, Vijay Rana, Coach Shiva, and Sohan Lal. Speaking in unison, everyone paid homage to Kalpana Chawla and conveyed the message that one should draw inspiration from her life.
Addressing the gathering, Randeep Singh Salwan, the District President of *Sarv Kalyan Manch* Karnal, stated that Kalpana Chawla is not merely a name, but represents the soaring dreams of every young person who possesses the courage to transcend boundaries and achieve something extraordinary. He remarked that this daughter of Haryana brought immense pride to the entire nation by reaching space, thereby proving that any milestone can be achieved through hard work, perseverance, and unwavering determination.
He further added that Kalpana Chawla's life serves as a source of inspiration for us all. Her struggles, her achievements, and her unwavering dedication to the nation continue to inspire the youth to move forward even today. We should follow the path she illuminated, set goals for our own lives, and strive to achieve them. During the program, all those present resolved to adopt her ideals in their own lives, affirming that cherishing the memory of such great personalities constitutes the truest form of tribute.
Speaking on the occasion, social activist Randeep Singh Salwan stated that the objective behind organizing this event through the *Sarv Kalyan Manch* is to educate the youth about such eminent personalities, enabling them to draw inspiration from them and incorporate their teachings into their own lives.