August 21, 2024
Axiom Space News - August 21, 2024
India is set to make a historic leap in space exploration as two Indian astronauts prepare for a mission to the International Space Station in April 2025. This episode covers the details of the NASA-ISRO collaboration and the rigorous training underway for the Axiom Space Ax-4 mission.
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() Indian Astronauts Set to Fly to International Space Station in April 2025
An Indian astronaut is scheduled to fly to the International Space Station by April 2025 as part of a collaborative initiative between NASA and ISRO. The announcement was made by Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh on August 21, 2024. Two Indian astronaut-designates, Group Captains Shubhanshu Shukla and Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair, are currently undergoing training in the United States for the Axiom Space Ax-4 mission. Shukla has been officially assigned to the mission, with Nair serving as the backup candidate. This mission underscores the growing role of India in international space exploration and marks a significant milestone in the NASA-ISRO partnership.
