UP CM Welcomes Astronaut Shubanshu Shukla After Historic Space Mission

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath met with Group Captain Shubanshu Shukla, who successfully completed the Axiom 4 Mission to the ISS. Shukla attended a ceremony at his alma mater, inspiring students to aim for lunar missions by 2040, emphasizing perseverance for success.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 25-08-2025 16:20 IST | Created: 25-08-2025 16:20 IST
UP CM Welcomes Astronaut Shubanshu Shukla After Historic Space Mission
UP CM Yogi Adityanath meets Group Captain Shubanshu Shukla (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath greeted Group Captain Shubanshu Shukla in Lucknow following his completion of the historic Axiom 4 Mission to the International Space Station (ISS). Shukla's journey marked a milestone as he became the first Indian in 41 years to travel to space.

During a visit to his former school, City Montessori School in Gomtinagar, Shukla partook in a ceremony that aimed to motivate students. He encouraged the young audience to nurture ambitions of moon missions by 2040, highlighting perseverance as a key driver of success.

Reflecting on his mission, Shukla expressed confidence in a bright future. His interaction with students, focusing on becoming astronauts rather than mere space experiences, highlighted a growing enthusiasm and determination among the youth.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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