An Indian space scientist wore a traditional sari on an important day for India's Mars mission

In India, one woman wore something special. She put on a traditional sari for an important day. This day was very special for India's space program.

Nandini Harinath is a scientist. She works for India's space agency. On one critical day, her work was very important. She wore her sari to work that day. It was a day for India's Mars mission.

A Mars mission is a trip to the planet Mars. India sent a spacecraft to Mars. This was a big achievement for India. Many people worked on this mission. Nandini was one of the key scientists.

Now, people can see Nandini's sari in a museum. The museum is in the United States. The sari is on display for visitors to see. People come to look at this special clothing.

Why is this sari important? It shows that women do important work in space science. Nandini wore her traditional clothing to do her job. She did not change who she is. She was proud to wear her sari on this big day.

Many young women see this sari in the museum. They learn about Nandini's work. They see that women can be scientists too. They see that women can reach for the stars.

India's Mars mission was successful. Nandini's sari reminds us of this success. It also reminds us that women play a big role in science.

Inspired by reporting from BBC News.