The safe return of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla from the Axiom-4 mission has sparked celebrations among his family and the entire nation. His parents were emotional, and PM Modi called him an inspiration.
Shubhanshu Shukla Returns: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force has safely returned to Earth after completing his historic mission from the International Space Station (ISS). Under the Axiom-4 mission, he spent 18 days in space, conducting several important experiments and missions. His return has brought waves of joy and pride across the country.
Parents Express Happiness, Mother Sheds Tears
Emotional moments were witnessed in Shubhanshu's family after his return. Mother Asha Shukla said in an interview with the media that her son had completed a very big mission. She said that she kept praying to God for her son's safety during the mission. The mother said that there was fear in her mind at the time of landing, but as soon as she got the news that Shubhanshu had returned safely, all fear disappeared. Now her heart has found complete peace.
Father Expresses Gratitude to All
Shambhu Dayal Shukla, Shubhanshu's father, also expressed happiness on his son's return. He said that this is a proud moment for the family and that he expresses his gratitude to all those who wished for Shubhanshu's success. He said that this mission has made the country proud. The family celebrated their son's return by cutting a cake.
Prime Minister Modi Extends Greetings
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated Shubhanshu on this achievement. He wrote on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that he welcomed Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla. He said that Shubhanshu, by traveling to the International Space Station, has inspired the dreams of a billion Indians. This is a historic moment for India.
Returned to Earth After a 22.5-Hour Journey
Shubhanshu Shukla, along with three other astronauts, returned from space as part of the Axiom-4 mission. Their return journey lasted a total of 22.5 hours. The space capsule landed off the coast of San Diego, California, USA. This mission was conducted in partnership between the private space company Axiom Space and NASA.
A New Achievement for India
This mission was historic for India in many ways. Shubhanshu Shukla is not only an officer of the Indian Air Force but he has also achieved the honor of being the first Indian defense officer to visit the International Space Station. This achievement has given a new direction to India's space ambitions.
