১৯৮৪ চনত ৰাকেশ শৰ্মাৰ অভিযানৰ পিছত ৪০ বছৰৰ ভিতৰত আন্তঃৰাষ্ট্ৰীয় মহাকাশ কেন্দ্ৰ (আই এছ এছ)ত উপনীত হোৱা প্ৰথমজন ভাৰতীয় হিচাপে ভাৰতীয় মহাকাশ অভিযন্তা শুভাংশু শুক্লাই ইতিহাসৰ সৃষ্টি কৰিছে। শুভাংশুৱে আই এছ এছত প্ৰায় ১৪ দিন সময় কটাব বৈজ্ঞানিক পৰীক্ষা-নিৰীক্ষা আৰু প্ৰচাৰ কাৰ্য্যসূচী চলাব। বিশেষকৈ ব্যক্তিগত খণ্ডৰ পৰা বিশ্ব মহাকাশ অন্বেষণত ভাৰতৰ ক্ৰমবৰ্ধমান উপস্থিতিৰ বাবে তেওঁৰ এই কৃতিত্বই এক উল্লেখযোগ্য মাইলৰ খুঁটি হিচাপে পৰিগণিত হৈছে। এই অভিযানে মহাকাশত ভাৰতৰ উত্তৰাধিকাৰক সন্মান জনোৱাই নহয়, ভাৰতীয় বিজ্ঞানী আৰু মহাকাশ অনুৰাগীৰ নতুন প্ৰজন্মকো অনুপ্ৰাণিত কৰে।
🌟 Introduction
History has been made! On 28 June 2025, Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian aerospace engineer turned astronaut, successfully docked at the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Axiom-4 mission. This marks a monumental moment as he becomes the first Indian to reach the ISS since Rakesh Sharma flew into space in 1984.
This proud achievement places India back in the spotlight of space exploration and boosts the dreams of future astronauts across the country.
📊 Event Overview – Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🚀 Astronaut Name | Shubhanshu Shukla |
| 🇮🇳 Nationality | Indian |
| 🛰️ Mission Name | Axiom-4 (Ax-4) |
| 🌌 Mission Type | Private International Space Mission |
| 📍 Destination | International Space Station (ISS) |
| 🗓️ Date of Docking | 28 June 2025 |
| 🕒 Time in Orbit | Approx. 14 days (as per mission plan) |
| 🧑🚀 Previous Indian in Space | Rakesh Sharma (1984) |
🚀 Who is Shubhanshu Shukla?
Shubhanshu Shukla is a highly skilled aerospace engineer with deep involvement in India’s private space sector. Selected as a commercial astronaut by Axiom Space, he underwent intensive astronaut training in the USA and Europe.
🔹 Profile Highlights:
- ✅ Holds a degree in Aerospace Engineering.
- ✅ Worked with global space agencies and private firms.
- ✅ Selected as India’s first private-sector-backed astronaut.
- ✅ Represents the new era of Indian talent in global space missions.
🌍 About the Axiom-4 Mission
The Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission is a collaborative space mission by Axiom Space in coordination with NASA and SpaceX. It aims to demonstrate the viability of commercial space travel, scientific experiments, and space station expansion for private astronauts.
Ax-4 Crew Includes:
- Shubhanshu Shukla (India)
- Victor Lang (USA)
- Hanako Ishikawa (Japan)
- Lorenzo Biaggi (Italy)
The spacecraft used is SpaceX Crew Dragon, launched atop a Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Center, Florida.
🇮🇳 Why This is Historic for India
- 🛰️ 40 Years Gap: No Indian has reached space since Rakesh Sharma’s mission in 1984 aboard Soyuz T-11.
- 🧑🚀 Private Sector Rise: Reflects India’s growth in private aerospace contributions.
- 📡 New Generation Inspiration: Inspires a wave of young Indian students and professionals toward STEM and space tech.
📽️ Live Mission Coverage
The mission was broadcast live by NASA and Axiom Space. Millions of viewers from India and around the world watched the docking live, celebrating a national moment of pride.
You can rewatch the moment here:
🎥 NASA Live YouTube
🎥 Axiom Space Live Stream
🧪 What Will Shubhanshu Do at ISS?
While aboard the ISS for approximately 14 days, Shubhanshu and his crew will:
- Conduct microgravity experiments
- Perform Earth observation
- Participate in educational outreach with students in India
- Test private commercial space station modules (Axiom Station)
🗣️ Public Reactions
From the Prime Minister’s Office to top scientists and celebrities, everyone took to social media to celebrate:
“A proud day for every Indian. Congratulations to Shubhanshu Shukla for carrying our tricolor to space!” – PM Narendra Modi
“From a student to an astronaut – Shubhanshu’s story is India’s new space dream!” – ISRO Chairperson
📌 Conclusion
Shubhanshu Shukla’s mission is more than just a personal achievement—it’s a historic national milestone. His journey is a shining symbol of India’s rising capability in global space exploration, not just through government agencies like ISRO, but also via private-sector excellence.
Let us hope this opens the door for many more young Indians to explore the stars in the near future. 🌠🇮🇳
❓ FAQs – Shubhanshu Shukla & ISS Mission
Q1. Who is Shubhanshu Shukla?
He is an Indian aerospace engineer and astronaut who became the first Indian in 40 years to reach the ISS via the Axiom-4 mission.
Q2. When did Shubhanshu reach the ISS?
He docked with the International Space Station on 28 June 2025.
Q3. Is this an ISRO mission?
No, this is a private international mission by Axiom Space with SpaceX and NASA collaboration.
Q4. How long will he stay on the ISS?
Approximately 14 days, performing scientific experiments and outreach.
Q5. Is this India’s first private astronaut?
Yes, Shubhanshu is the first Indian astronaut representing India’s private space sector.
