🚀 "From Lucknow to Low Earth Orbit: Shukla’s Epic Docking Surprise! 🌏✨"
- MediaFx
- Jun 26
- 3 min read
TL;DR:Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian Air Force test pilot, made history by successfully docking aboard the ISS with Axiom Mission 4 on June 26, 2025 🌟. Carrying Indian delicacies like gajar ka halwa, Shukla is conducting over 60 experiments, representing India on the global stage, and paving the way for future missions like Gaganyaan in 2026–27 🚀. The whole nation, especially youth and students, are buzzing with pride and inspiration! 🇮🇳 #SpaceHistory #ProudMoment
🌟 The Big Moment: Docking Success
On June 25, Shubhanshu Shukla and his international crew including NASA veteran Peggy Whitson, Poland’s Sławosz Uznanski, and Hungary’s Tibor Kapu, blasted off aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon “Grace” from Kennedy Space Center 🇺🇸. The spacecraft docked with the ISS on June 26 around 4:01 PM IST, ahead of schedule, at the Harmony module—marking India’s first astronaut docking at the ISS after a 41‑year gap since Rakesh Sharma.
🇮🇳 Shukla’s Space Debut and Indian Glory
Second Indian in space, first to dock at the ISS — a huge leap for India’s #HumanSpaceFlight aspirations.
He’s carrying gajar ka halwa and moong dal halwa in zero‑G—space food with desi flavor! 🍮 #TasteOfHome.
Scheduled experiments: over 60 research activities spanning microgravity biology, health sciences, AI and material science—with diabetes glucose‑monitoring being key houston
💬 His First Messages from Space
Shukla greeted Indian youth with a heartfelt “Namaskar from space!” as the Dragon approached ISS .He shared updates of learning how to eat, float and even chat with his crew, calling himself a “baby astronaut” in training mode — bringing relatable fun to space exploration.
👨👩👧 Emotional Support on Earth
Before lift‑off, Shukla gave an emotional farewell to wife Kamna and son, acknowledging “none of this would matter without you” — a touching tribute to family backing .People in his hometown, Lucknow’s Triveni Nagar and even school events across Guwahati, Jamshedpur, and Ranchi, tuned in to watch with pride.
🔬 Why It Matters for Working-Class India
This mission showcases that space is no longer just national prestige—it’s about global collaboration, scientific inquiry, and people’s empowerment. Youth from small towns now see that with grit and support, they too can reach for the stars. It’s a step toward peaceful international unity and promotes equality: when public–private partnerships like ISRO + NASA + Axiom Space give working people a chance, it bridges gaps in opportunity.
Shukla’s journey proves that Indian space dreams aren’t just for a chosen few—they’re for the billion dreams of everyday people. 🌍
🇮🇳 What’s Next?
Shukla will stay on the ISS for a 14‑day stint, working on those 60+ experiments.
He’ll carry back vital data to prep for Gaganyaan (2026–27), India’s first homegrown crewed spacecraft .
It boosts India’s clout in private‑sector space access—a win for democratizing space!
🗣 Join the Buzz!
What experiment excites you most? Tell us in comments! Want Shukla to try chai or samosas in space? Comment below and let’s cheer India’s youth into orbit! 💬🚀
MediaFx Opinion:From the people’s perspective, this mission is not just about flags or fame—it’s about real science helping real folks. Whether it’s diabetes research or zero‑gravity biology, these aren’t experiments for elites—they’re solutions for everyday problems. This sends a message: space is for all of us, not just the rich or powerful.
