Shubhanshu Shukla, ISRO astronaut, to pilot Axiom Mission 4, India’s first crewed ISS mission – India TV

Indian Air Force officer Shubhanshu Shukla has been selected as the pilot for Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), marking India’s first crewed ISS mission aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft in spring 2025. Commanded by Peggy Whitson, the international crew will conduct scientific research and commercial activities, showcasing India’s growing role in global space exploration alongside NASA, ESA, Poland, and Hungary. As NASA focuses on private astronaut missions, Shukla’s historic flight represents a milestone for ISRO and aligns with his role in India’s Gaganyaan mission, highlighting a new era of space exploration for India and beyond.

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