‘Welcome to Mars’: Elon Musk's futuristic ‘Red Planet Colony’ post goes viral – See what he predicted

Elon Musk's Viral Tweet Sparks Debate on Mars Colonisation. (Image: @elonmusk/X)

Elon Musk has long dreamed of sending people to Mars. In 2016, he said humans could reach Mars by 2025. His company, SpaceX, has since worked to make this possible. Now, a tweet from Musk has reignited discussions about life on the Red Planet.

Futuristic Video Goes Viral
On 12 February, Musk posted a tweet that said, "Welcome to Mars." The post included a futuristic video showing a Mars colony. It featured spacecraft, tall buildings, and an advanced cityscape. However, there was no greenery, raising questions about sustainability. The video quickly went viral, gaining 21 million views.

Welcome to Marspic.twitter.com/cyvEEVRD7L
Elon Musk (@elonmusk) February 11, 2025

Public Reactions and Concerns
Many people shared their thoughts on Mars colonisation. Some doubted humans could survive due to harsh conditions. Others suggested Mars would need a magnetic field and a new moon. They argued that terraforming would require massive changes to the planet.

Musk’s vision for Mars has changed over the years. He once wanted to grow a rose there, but now he hopes for a colony. His goal is to make space travel a real possibility. He believes humans should live beyond Earth within this lifetime.