Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla successfully entered space aboard the SpaceX Falcon-9 rocket. He has also sent his first message from space. This marks a historic moment for India. His words from space have inspired pride across the nation as he begins this groundbreaking journey. PM Modi has also reacted to the successful liftoff and has sent his regards.
With astronauts from India, the U.S., Poland, and Hungary onboard, the mission doesn’t just mark a big international collaboration—it also signals India’s emotional and long-awaited return to human spaceflight after nearly 40 years.
Subhanshu Shukla Sends First Message From Space
In Shubhanshu Shukla’s first message from Space, he said, “Namaskar Mere Pyare Deshwasiyon. Kaafi Saal Baad Hum Phir Wapas Antariksh Mein Pohonch Gaye Hain. Kamaal Ki Ride Thi. Mere saath Mere Kande Pe Tiranga Hai..” He finished with “Jai Hind, Jai Bharat”.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla from Space!
“Namaskar, my dear countrymen! What a ride! We are back in the space once again after 41 years. It’s an amazing ride. We are revolving around the Earth at a speed of 7.5 kilometres per second. The Tiranga embossed on my shoulders tells… pic.twitter.com/vP0EL02nwI
— The Khel India (@TheKhelIndia) June 25, 2025
PM Modi Applauds Shukla’s ISS Journey
“He carries with him the wishes, hopes, and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians,” PM Modi said, celebrating the launch and highlighting the national pride associated with Shukla’s flight to the International Space Station (ISS).
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 International Space Station. He carries with him the wishes,…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 25, 2025
The Prime Minister’s statement shows how emotional and symbolic this mission is for India.
India’s Footprint Expands With Shubhanshu Shukla Going To ISS
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, a seasoned Indian Air Force officer and a chosen astronaut under ISRO’s Gaganyaan. Shukla’s journey aboard Axiom-4, backed by Axiom Space, NASA, and SpaceX, reflects India’s rising place in global space partnerships.
Shukla has become the second Indian to enter space, after Rakesh Sharma’s Soviet-led space mission in 1984. Shukla’s role in the Axiom-4 mission, launched with NASA and SpaceX, highlights India’s rising role in global space.
This is also great as experience and global standing before India’s own Gaganyaan mission.
