Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Indian Astronaut Set for Historic ISS Mission, Inspiring Nation
India is sending Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station on the Axiom-4 mission, called Mission Akash Ganga.
This is a big step for India's space program and a collaboration with the United States.
Shukla is the youngest of the Indian astronauts and will be doing experiments on the ISS with an international crew, including an experienced astronaut from the US.
This mission is part of India's plan to explore space and shows how much progress India is making in science and technology, hoping to inspire future generations.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is set to become India's second astronaut to visit the International Space Station.
The Axiom-4 mission, also known as Mission Akash Ganga, is a collaboration with the United States.
Shukla is the youngest of the four astronaut-designates trained under India's Gaganyaan program.
The mission includes an international crew, with Dr. Peggy Whitson as the mission commander.
The mission is viewed as a significant step in India's space exploration and international cooperation.
- Who
- Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, along with an international crew including Dr. Peggy Whitson and support from ISRO.
- What
- Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will fly to the International Space Station aboard the Axiom-4 mission.
- When
- The mission is scheduled to launch soon, with the exact date previously announced as June 25, but was rescheduled.
- Where
- The mission will take place at the International Space Station (ISS).
- Why
- The mission is part of India's space exploration program, furthering scientific research and inspiring future generations.
- Astronaut
- Shubhanshu Shukla
- Mission Name
- Axiom-4 / Mission Akash Ganga
- Supporting Organizations
- ISRO, NASA, Axiom Space
- Destination
- International Space Station
- Mission Commander
- Dr. Peggy Whitson
- Launch Site
- Kennedy Space Center, Florida
- Indian Space Program Goal
- Send an Indian to the Moon by 2040
Sources
Why Axiom-4 mission keeps getting delayed: Timeline of setbacks, new launch date
At long last, NASA gives green signal to Axiom-4 liftoff on June 25
"1.4 Billion Hearts Beat For Indian Astronaut's Space Journey": Top Official
