The brand honors the guy who created one of India’s most proud moments in history. Mumbai, December 11th As part of its 40th anniversary celebration of 40 years of excellence, Titan Watches honored one of India’s most treasured achievements: Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma’s historic space voyage, which made him the country’s first Indian astronaut. When asked how India seemed from orbit in 1984, while on board the Soviet spacecraft Soyuz T-11, Mr. Sharma made history by looking down at Earth and famously saying, “Saare Jahaan Se Achha.”A remark that encapsulated the spirit of a united India and won over millions of hearts. As Titan commemorates its four decades of innovation and craftsmanship, the company unveiled the “Unity Watch,” a limited-edition watch with heavenly inspiration that perfectly captures this remarkable tale. Mr. Sharma’s profound viewpoint of Earth from space—one of unity and boundless possibilities—serves as the inspiration for the Unity watch. Its name embodies the idea of a world bound together by humanity’s common aspirations and a shared future.
At a private event in Lupa, Bengaluru, Titan gave Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma the first Unity watch from the collection—which is limited to 300 pieces—in a touching felicitation ceremony. Mr. Sharma enthralled the audience by sharing amazing tales of his space travels while recalling the breathtaking vista of Earth, which transcends national boundaries and serves as a reminder of our common home. The elaborate technique used to create this commemorative clock was demonstrated by Titan’s design team. An atmosphere of inspiration and nostalgia was created as the conversations drew comparisons between the engineering skill and precision needed for both space travel and watchmaking. The conversation also focused on how India’s space exploration advances and Titan’s watchmaking journey both exemplify the “Make in India” philosophy.
“Tita has woven the soul of India into every timepiece we create for four decades,” said Mr. Rahul Shukla, Vice President & CSMO of Titan Watches, in his remarks regarding the event. We are honored to commemorate this year the 40th anniversary of Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma’s historic space voyage, which brought India together in its boundless ambitions. Our in-house team’s creation, the Unity Watch, epitomizes the creativity and beauty of “Make in India.”It honors India’s extraordinary past while celebrating science, space, and our advancement in watchmaking. We reaffirm our dedication to creating watches that honor and represent the unwavering spirit driving India’s progress with this launch.
“When you look at our planet from space, time takes on a different meaning,” Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma stated during the launch. When I looked at Earth from above forty years ago, I saw only one lovely, one Earth with no limits. To preserve our lovely planet for coming generations, we must rethink our antiquated social structure, which values conflict over cooperation. Titan’s depiction of this viewpoint in the Unity Watch has greatly moved me. Our beloved India is depicted on its celestial dial, and the watch’s inscription serves as a reminder that, even though we measure time in seconds, we should gauge our progress by the peace dividend we have brought about. This watch honors every Indian’s capacity to aim for the stars in addition to commemorating a space voyage.
Titan’s first disguised automatic timepiece, the Unity Watch, is a work of minimalist elegance and innovative design that proudly redefines artistry and innovation. The exquisitely detailed depiction of India on the dial, which is a gorgeous midnight blue, reflects the breathtaking vista that Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma saw from space. The hour markers are infused with the vivid hues of the Indian tricolor—saffron, white, and green—to add a patriotic touch.The second hand, which is styled like a rocket, represents the unwavering spirit of discovery and Mr. Sharma’s historic space journey. The celestial dial design radiates pride and refinement when paired with a high-end deep blue leather strap. The watch’s back features an engraving of Mr. Sharma’s famous quote, “Saare Jahan Se Accha,” along with the date of his historic space voyage, completing this remarkable homage. It is a timeless celebration of India’s limitless ambitions and accomplishments.
Titan is excited to announce the release this tribute watch for watch enthusiasts which will be available for purchase at select Titan stores and online, offering everyone to own a piece of this historic saga.
