PM Narendra Modi has wished the mission to succeed after the Indian Air Force Group Captain and Astronaut Shumbhashu Shukla went on a space trip. PM Modi wrote on X, “We welcome the successful launch of the Space Mission with astronauts from India, Hungary, Poland and America. Indian astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is on the way to become the first Indian to visit the international space station. They have taken the wishes and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians with them. He and other astronauts have wished him and other astronauts.”
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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 go to international space station. He carries with him the wishes,…
– Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 25, 2025
Shukla left with expectations of 1.4 billion Indians
Prime Minister Modi in his post appreciated Shukla’s historical role, saying, “He has taken with him the wishes, dreams and expectations of 1.4 billion Indians.” He said that this is not just a space mission, but a strong step towards the future of India. The Prime Minister further said, “A lot of best wishes to Shukla and other astronauts for this important mission.” Let me tell you, Shukla will reach ISS tomorrow at around 04:30 pm.
Who is Shubhanshu Shukla?
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is part of the Gaganyaan Mission of the Indian Research Research Center (ISRO). This is the reason why ISRO has chosen Shubhanshu for the AX-04 mission.





