Musk’s 2016 Mars Prediction: Elon Musk predicted in 2016 that humans would be on Mars by 2025, with launches beginning in 2024.
By Aniket Chakraborty
Feb 13, 2025
Viral Tweet: On February 12, Musk shared a viral tweet, “Welcome to Mars,” featuring a futuristic video of Mars colonization, attracting 21 million views on X.
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Futuristic Vision: The video depicted a spaceship and advanced buildings on Mars, showcasing a sleek, futuristic city with skyscrapers and aesthetic designs.
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Missing Greenery: The video received attention for the lack of greenery, sparking debate about the proposed Mars environment and its potential for sustainability.
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Viewer Reactions: Users reacted with a mix of curiosity and skepticism, raising questions about Mars city names and the absence of trees in designs.
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Skepticism About Mars: Some viewers suggested that focusing on Moon exploration first might be a more logical step than prioritizing Mars colonization.
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Earth Concerns: Criticism surfaced about the idea of colonizing Mars while there are unresolved issues like homelessness and poverty on Earth.
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Mars’ Harsh Conditions: Concerns about Mars' cold, desolate environment were voiced, questioning its feasibility for long-term human habitation.
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Alternative Views: While some praised space exploration, others preferred to stay on Earth, skeptical about humanity’s future on Mars.
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Mars Terraforming Debate: Commenters debated Mars' ability to support life, highlighting the need for advanced terraforming and other complex changes to make it livable.