West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday congratulated the crew members of the Axiom 4 mission and said it was "absolutely thrilling" to watch Indian astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and his team safely reach the International Space Station (ISS).
The family members including Shubhanshu Shukla's father Shambhu Dayal Shukla, mother Asha Shukla, sister Shuchi Mishra and brother met the Chief Minister, who felicitated them and presented them with a token of appreciation.
As Indian Air Force (IAF) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the pilot of the Axiom Mission 4, revealed that he loves to listen to Shah Rukh Khan's 'Swades' movie song 'Yuh Hi Chala Chal', Bollywood singer Udit Narayan expressed his happiness and said that it is a moment of pride for the en
Once docked, the private astronauts plan to spend about two weeks aboard the orbiting laboratory, conducting a mission comprised of science, outreach, and commercial activities
The CM in a post on social media X also applauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visionary leadership which helped India participate in the international space mission and showcase unwavering commitment to scientific advancement and global collaboration.
The French Embassy in India on Wednesday congratulated the country on a historic achievement, as group captain Shubhanshu Shukla became the first Indian to visit the International Space Station (ISS) piloting the historic Axiom Mission 4.
"What a proud moment for India, the @IAF_MCC & @isro. We should ensure every child across every corner of India gets to see this video and witness Group Captain Shukla and the crew's journey. There's nothing more powerful than inspiration to spark the imagination of young minds. Jai H
As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is piloting the Axiom-4 mission that launched from Florida, President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday extended best wishes for the success of the mission.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the pilot of the Axiom Mission 4, shared his favourite song ahead of the launch from NASA's Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. Unveiling his launch day playlist, the Indian pilot revealed that he loves to listen to Shah Rukh Khan's 'Swades' movie song 'Yuh H
As the Axiom 4 Mission was launched on Wednesday, ISRO scientist Tapan Mishra said that with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, at least one of India's pilots for the Gaganyaan mission will have an experience of going into space.