In a major leap for Indian space exploration, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is preparing for a groundbreaking mission to the International Space Station (ISS). As part of Axiom-4, a private spaceflight supported by NASA and SpaceX, Shukla will become the first Indian to visit the ISS since Rakesh Sharma’s journey in 1984.
The mission faced a delay after a technical issue with SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. Engineers discovered a leak in the liquid oxygen system, pushing the launch past its original June 2025 schedule. Despite this, excitement across India continues to build as the country rallies behind this landmark event. Shukla, a Group Captain in the Indian Air Force, brings years of flight experience, technical expertise, and leadership to the mission.
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla represents India’s rising role in global space exploration. His journey is set to inspire young minds and ignite interest in science, technology, engineering, and space research. As ISRO deepens its global collaborations with agencies like NASA and private firms, this mission could pave the way for future Indian-led manned missions and cutting-edge scientific advancements in orbit.
India now looks to the skies with pride, optimism, and a renewed vision, ready to witness another giant leap from one of its own.
