‘Never Too Late to Soar’: Who is The 97-YO Flying Ajji Whose Passion for Life Inspired Everyone
Pune-resident Usha Thuse won the internet with a video showing her paramotoring at the age of 97. Her zeal for life and passion for adventure have become examples for many looking for inspiration.
We often make excuses, or hear others making excuses, like age, tiredness, time (or the lack thereof) for not doing something. This leaves us with regrets and unfulfilled dreams. A video, which went viral recently, shows just what one can do with the right mindset.
At 97, Usha Thuse took to the skies as she went paramotoring with the adventure sports company ‘Flying Rhino Paramotoring’ in Pune. The company shared the video of the daredevil, which soon went viral and captured the hearts of netizens. Wearing a saree, the lithe ajji (grandmother) fulfilled her wish of swashbuckling above, wearing sunglasses and a smile.
A comment on the post revealed that on a family trip, she saw others do paramotoring and was inspired to do it. Industrialist Anand Mahindra also shared the video and called her his ‘hero of the day’.
Originally from Nagpur, Usha worked in the central excise department. She raised her four daughters as a young widow, overcoming many challenges.
Her zeal for life and trying new adventures at her advanced age has inspired everyone.
Reflecting on Usha’s achievements, an ‘X’ user, Pradeep Pai, posted, “Age is just a number, and it’s never too late to soar. Today, I’m inspired by someone defying limits and proving that possibilities are endless. Let’s stop dwelling on what we can’t do and start embracing the limitless potential within us.” If you found our stories insightful, informative, or even just enjoyable, we invite you to consider making a voluntary payment to support the work we do at The Better India. Your contribution helps us continue producing quality content that educates, inspires, and drives positive change. Choose one of the payment options below for your contribution- By paying for the stories you value, you directly contribute to sustaining our efforts focused on making a difference in the world. Together, let’s ensure that impactful stories continue to be told and shared, enriching lives and communities alike. Thank you for your support. Here are some frequently asked questions you might find helpful to know why you are contributing?
Edited by Padmashree Pande
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