Shocking now: you need to know On the day when the revolutionary Aditya-L1 was launched, Isro Chief Somnath received a cancer diagnosis.
As Aditya L1, India’s first space-based solar observatory, set out to study the sun on September 2, 2023, S. Somnath had a regular scan that revealed a tumor in his stomach.
On the day that India’s Aditya-L1 mission flew into orbit, S. Somnath, the chief of the Indian Orbit Research Organization (Isro), received a cancer diagnosis.
On the day the Aditya-L1 mission was launched, he received his diagnosis. His family and coworkers, who have supported him during this trying time, were as shocked by the diagnosis as he was.
As Aditya L1, India’s first space-based solar observatory, set out to study the sun on September 2, 2023, S. Somnath had a regular scan that revealed a tumor in his stomach.
He traveled to Chennai for more scans after making this surprising finding, which confirmed the existence of a genetic illness. It was determined within days that he had a serious health issue to deal with on top of his work obligations.
His full recuperation has been nothing short of extraordinary. He was only in the hospital for four days before returning to work at Isro on the fifth day without experiencing any pain.
He will have routine scans and examinations. However, he is now fully recovered and has returned to work.
“His family was shocked by it. However, he now views cancer and its management as a cure.” His realistic approach to the illness and its management reveals an incredible amount of inner fortitude and steadfastness.
