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PM Modi's heartfelt video call with astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla left his family emotional and proud. The conversation showcased India's commitment to space exploration while creating a personal moment for the Shukla family. Shubhanshu's parents expressed deep gratitude for Modi's genuine concern and encouragement. The call reinforced the unifying vision of India's space ambitions.

Key Points: PM Modi's Emotional Video Call With Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Moves Family

  • PM Modi connected with astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla via video call
  • Shukla's parents express pride and gratitude
  • Call highlights India's growing space ambitions
  • Family cherishes Modi's personal engagement
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'A moment of pride and emotion': Shubhanshu's parents on PM Modi's video call (IANS Exclusive)

Shubhanshu Shukla's parents share heartfelt emotions after PM Modi's video call with their son from space.

"When the Prime Minister called, I was overwhelmed. His blessings and encouragement filled us with pride. - Shambhu Dayal Shukla"

New Delhi, June 28

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a heartfelt connection with Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla on Saturday via a video call from Mission Control.

The conversation not only highlighted India's growing strides in space but also offered a deeply emotional moment for Shukla's family.

With hearts full of pride and eyes brimming with emotion, Shubhanshu Shukla's parents listened to their son speak to Prime Minister Modi from space -- a moment they say they will cherish forever.

IANS spoke to family members of the astronaut after PM Modi's conversation with him.

Shubhanshu Shukla's father, Shambhu Dayal Shukla, said, "When the Prime Minister called, I was overwhelmed. His blessings and encouragement filled us with pride. We thank him from the bottom of our hearts. His genuine concern truly touched us -- it's a matter of immense honour that our son is representing the entire nation."

He added that PM Modi's message underscored India's commitment to uninterrupted space exploration, benefiting generation after generation.

Shubhanshu Shukla's mother, Asha Shukla, expressed her admiration: "This is Prime Minister Modi's strength -- he resonates with each person in such a simple yet profound manner. We are grateful to him for reaching out to Shubhanshu. That moment of pride is unforgettable."

Cousin Ashish Dixit also shared his joy: "We were all eagerly waiting for this moment -- when the Prime Minister would speak to him. It was truly fulfilling."

During the video exchange, PM Modi inquired about Shukla's well-being and even cheekily asked if he had brought halwa.

Shukla replied that he had indeed -- and flew on to describe how India looks magnificent from up above, with no borders in sight, reinforcing the unifying vision of space exploration.

These personal exchanges aren't merely symbolic.

They also align with India's broader mission of asserting a sustained presence in space.

"The Prime Minister has sent a message that this kind of space exploration will continue relentlessly," noted Shambhu Dayal Shukla.

"It's not just for today -- it's for generations to come."

Group Captain Shukla, currently aboard the International Space Station as part of the Axiom‑4 mission, is set to spend the next fortnight conducting scientific experiments and engaging with communities back home.

The family's reaction reflects the optimism of a nation watching its dreams of space journey unfold.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the emotional moment, I hope we're also investing equally in basic science education and research facilities across India. Space missions are great, but we need strong foundations too. Just a thought from a science teacher in rural MP.
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Aditya G
"India looks magnificent with no borders from space" - this line gave me goosebumps! 🚀 This is exactly the kind of vision that unites us all. Kudos to Shubhanshu ji for representing us so well and to ISRO for making this possible.
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Shreya B
My heart swelled with pride reading about Shukla's parents' reaction. As a mother myself, I can only imagine their emotions. This is what makes India great - when our leaders connect with citizens at such personal levels while achieving big dreams.
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Karthik V
The halwa reference is so Indian! 😄 Only our PM could make space conversation so relatable. But seriously, this shows how far we've come - from importing technology to having our own astronauts in space. Jai Hind!
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Neha E
Beautiful moment indeed! But can we please have more women astronauts in future missions? As a young girl dreaming of space, I'd love to see more gender diversity in our space program. Representation matters!

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