Editorial

Dear Friends,
Assalamu alaikum. Hope you are keeping well as you still gaze at night sky and wonder what lays beyond the lakhs of stars. Some of you may today think of exploring wonders of sky which is transforming into opportunity—and not just for seasoned scientists or military pilots. The future of space belongs to a new generation of dreamers, builders, explorers, dancers and even cookers. It could belong to you.

The days when astronauts were a select few, chosen from fighter jets and laboratories, are fading. Agencies like NASA and ESA, alongside private pioneers like SpaceX and Blue Origin, are rewriting and relaxing their rigid rules. People of all walks of life are already being selected as astronaut candidates. The message is clear: space is no longer an exclusive club. It’s a global frontier open to diverse talents.

For today’s youth, this is not a distant fantasy. With Artemis preparing to return humans to the Moon and missions to Mars scheduled within the next two decades, a teenager today could realistically become one of the first to set foot on the Red Planet. Add to that the rise of space tourism and international student programs, and the astronaut’s path has never been more accessible.

But why should young people reach for the stars? Because space is not only about adventure—it is about survival and innovation. From combating climate change to developing new technologies, humanity’s future depends on bold thinkers willing to explore beyond Earth.

Every astronaut began as a child staring at the sky. The only difference between them and you is persistence. The stars are waiting. The next astronaut may already be reading this page. The choice of making dream into the cover story of this issue may inspire multiple readers to like and pursue such a dream.
Hope to return to you next month with a new issue.