Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla: Inspiring India’s Next Generation—Live from Space!

Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to Interact with Students and ISRO Scientists this Friday.

In a proud and inspiring moment for the country, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, currently aboard the Axiom-4 space mission, will be interacting with school students and scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) this Friday.

The interaction is part of an outreach initiative designed to ignite scientific curiosity and space exploration dreams among the younger generation. This special session will be held via ham radio communication, with a telebridge being established at ISRO's U R Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru.

🚀 Axiom-4: A Mission Beyond Borders

Shubhanshu Shukla is one of four astronauts participating in the Axiom-4 mission, a 14-day scientific expedition to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission is focused on conducting high-impact experiments in microgravity, ranging from space medicine to material science.

Not only does the mission mark another milestone in India’s growing presence in global space exploration, but it also symbolizes a collaborative future where Indian astronauts actively participate in international space programs.

🎙️ Bridging Space and Classrooms

The upcoming interaction will give students a rare opportunity to directly communicate with an astronaut in space. The use of amateur radio (ham radio) adds a nostalgic and technical twist, reminiscent of early space communication, yet highly effective.

Students will get to ask questions, understand life in microgravity, and gain insight into what it takes to become an astronaut. For budding space scientists and engineers, this is a moment to be inspired firsthand by someone living their dream among the stars.

🛰️ A Boost to India’s Space Dreams

ISRO's collaboration with missions like Axiom-4 shows India’s commitment to fostering international space cooperation and encouraging a new generation of space explorers. Events like this help demystify space science and show students that the sky is not the limit—it’s just the beginning.

This initiative, supported by the Prime Minister’s Office (@PMOIndia), also highlights the government’s focus on space education, innovation, and international collaboration.

Stay tuned this Friday as Shubhanshu Shukla connects across the void of space to talk to the future scientists of India—live from the ISS!