IAF Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla Selected as Prime Astronaut for Indo-US Space Mission
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IAF Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla Selected as Prime Astronaut for Indo-US Space Mission Indian Air Force Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla has been chosen as the prime astronaut for the upcoming Indo-US mission to the International Space Station (ISS), according to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). This mission marks a significant milestone in India's space exploration efforts and strengthens the collaborative ties between India and the US. Key Details of the Mission Selection and Training: Wing Commander Shukla, along with Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair as the backup, will be trained for the mission starting from August. This selection follows the official agreement signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the US in June 2023, which outlined a joint ISRO-NASA effort to the ISS. Mission Objectives: The mission will involve scientific research and technology demonstration on the ISS, as well as space outreach activities. These endeavo...