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Asian News International on MSN"Beacon of inspiration...": Union Cabinet adopts resolution welcoming Group Captain Shukla's return from International Space StationThe Union Cabinet on Wednesday adopted a resolution welcoming return of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla from International Space Station and said it heralds a new chapter in India's space programme and gives a golden glimpse of the country's future space programme.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla splashed down on earth after 18 days aboard the ISS on Tuesday, July 15, along with three other astronauts
ISRO spent around Rs 548 crore on the mission, which covered training, travel, and scientific operations aboard the ISS. This mission is seen as a stepping stone for India's ambitious human spaceflight programme, Gaganyaan, planned for 2027.
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Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Cabinet stated that Shukla’s “space journey represents infinite aspirations of India. This is a moment of pride, glory and joy for the entire nation”. “It heralds a new chapter in India’s space programme and gives a golden glimpse of our future space programme,” it said.
During his time aboard the International Space Station, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla carried out seven India-specific microgravity experiments, highlighting the country's advancing expertise in space science and technology.