Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has officially embarked on the historic Axion-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), marking a proud moment for India in global space exploration. As part of an elite international crew, Shukla took off from Cape Canaveral aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, becoming one of the few Indians to travel to space. Before liftoff, he delivered a heartfelt message expressing gratitude to ISRO, his family, and the people of India, saying, “This mission carries not just scientific purpose but the dreams of 1.4 billion people.” His words captured national attention and trended across social media platforms. The Axion-4 mission aims to conduct cutting-edge microgravity experiments, space medicine research, and technology demonstrations aboard the ISS over several days. With extensive training and background in aerospace engineering, Shukla’s role is vital to the success of the mission. The launch has been praised globally as a symbol of India’s rising prominence in the commercial space sector. This mission is also expected to boost international collaboration in space science and inspire a new generation of Indian scientists and explorers. Stay tuned for daily updates, mission highlights, and exclusive insights from the space station.
