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Kalpana Chawla Birth Anniversary Observed on March 17.

Important Days | Dated: 17 Mar 2026

The nation remembered Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian origin to go to space, on her birth anniversary on March 17. Her remarkable journey from Karnal to NASA continues to inspire millions of young girls globally to pursue careers in aeronautics and STEM fields.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • She was born on March 17, 1962, in Karnal, Haryana.
  • She first flew on the Space Shuttle Columbia in 1997.
  • Kalpana Chawla tragically lost her life in the 2003 Columbia disaster.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Day: Birth Anniversary.
  • Date: March 17.
  • Person: Kalpana Chawla.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian origin in space, was born on which date?

Correct Answer: March 17

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Kalpana Chawla

  • First Flight - Space Shuttle Columbia (1997)
  • Birthplace - Karnal, Haryana