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PM Modi praised Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as he embarks on India's first crewed mission to the International Space Station. The Axiom 4 mission, launched via SpaceX, includes astronauts from Hungary, Poland, and the US. Union Minister Jitendra Singh highlighted India's growing space collaborations under PM Modi's leadership. Shukla will conduct seven experiments designed by Indian research institutes during the mission.

Key Points: PM Modi Hails Shubhanshu Shukla as First Indian Headed to ISS

  • Shubhanshu Shukla becomes first Indian astronaut to ISS
  • Mission includes crew from Hungary, Poland, and US
  • Seven Indian experiments to be conducted in space
  • Axiom 4 launched via SpaceX Dragon from NASA
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Shubhanshu Shukla carrying wishes, hopes of 1.4 billion Indians: PM Modi lauds successful launch of Axiom 4 mission

PM Modi celebrates Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's historic Axiom 4 mission, carrying India's aspirations to the International Space Station.

"He carries with him the wishes, hopes and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians. – PM Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, June 25

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the successful launch of the Axiom 4 mission and stated that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is carrying the wishes, hopes and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indian citizens.

PM Modi said that Group Captain Shukla will be the first Indian to go to the International Space Station and also lauded the astronauts from Hungary, Poland and the US.

"We welcome the successful launch of the Space Mission carrying astronauts from India, Hungary, Poland and the US. The Indian Astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is on the way to become the first Indian to go to International Space Station. He carries with him the wishes, hopes and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians. Wish him and other astronauts all the success!" PM Narendra Modi's 'X' post read.

Earlier, Union Minister Jitendra Singh lauded the successful lift off of Axiom 4 mission piloted by Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla stating that "India's ascent to the pedestal of Viksit Bharat has started via space."

"Congratulations Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla -- you are the first Indian Astronaut to embark on a mission to the International Space Station . Indeed a proud moment for India! ISRO's growing global collaborations, after the reforms introduced by the government headed by PM Narendra Modi have placed India as a frontline nation in Space exploration," the Union Minister said in a post on X .

He said that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will perform seven crucial experiments designed by the Indian institutes.

The Union Minister also praised the efforts of the founding fathers of the Indian Space Programme, Vikram Sarabhai and Satish Dhawan.

The Axiom Mission 4 was launched aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Centre in Florida at 2:31 am Eastern Time (12 noon IST).

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
What a proud moment for India! 🇮🇳 Group Captain Shukla is truly representing our nation's scientific progress. Remember when we used to watch other countries' space missions? Now we're sending our own astronauts to ISS. Jai Hind!
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Priya M.
While this is indeed an achievement, I hope we don't forget the ground realities. Our space program is advancing but many villages still lack basic amenities. Can we balance both development needs?
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Amit S.
Kudos to ISRO and our scientists! This mission shows how far we've come since Aryabhata satellite. The international collaboration aspect is particularly impressive - working with US, Hungary and Poland shows our growing space diplomacy.
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Sanjana R.
My children are so inspired by this news! They've been building paper rockets all day. Thank you Group Captain Shukla for being a role model to India's future scientists. The experiments he'll conduct could lead to major breakthroughs!
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Vikram J.
This is great but when will we launch our own manned mission without depending on other countries' spacecraft? China has its own program. We should aim for that level of self-reliance in space technology.
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Neha P.
The mention of Vikram Sarabhai and Satish Dhawan brought tears to my eyes. These visionaries laid the foundation for today's achievements. Their dream is becoming reality! ✨
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Karan D.
Hope this mission inspires more students to take up STEM education. We need more bright minds in our space program. Also curious about the

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