Archive · 11 Jan 2026
Astronauts Shukla and Nair Inspire Youth
Two astronauts, Shubhanshu Shukla and Prasanth Nair, spoke to young people at an event in New Delhi.
They shared their experiences and gave advice on how to be successful.
Shukla talked about his time in space and how he became an astronaut by accident.
He said it's important to keep trying and not give up, even when things are hard.
Nair talked about how India inspires him and how young people should work to make the country better.
Both astronauts encouraged the young people to keep learning, keep moving forward, and never be satisfied with what they have achieved.
Astronauts Shubhanshu Shukla and Prasanth Nair spoke at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue in New Delhi.
Shukla shared his experiences from his 18-day stay at the International Space Station (ISS).
He advised youngsters to respect what they have and make the best of it, emphasizing the importance of resilience and bouncing back from failures.
Nair urged the youth to take inspiration from India and work for the betterment of the country.
Both astronauts encouraged the young audience to never be satisfied and always keep moving towards progress.
- Who
- Astronauts Shubhanshu Shukla and Prasanth Nair
- What
- Inspirational talk at Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue
- When
- January 11
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To motivate youngsters and share lessons for success
- Event
- Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue
- Speakers
- Shubhanshu Shukla, Prasanth Nair
- Key Message
- Keep swimming, never give up
- Shukla's Experience
- 18-day stay at ISS
- Nair's Inspiration
- Bharat (India)
- Mission
- Gaganyaan
- Shukla's Advice
- Respect what you have, make the best of it
- Nair's Advice
- Work for the welfare of the country