India's Rising Force: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's Vision for Space Exploration

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla highlights India's growing influence in space exploration, backed by increased budget allocation and ambitious missions. He emphasizes the importance of educating students about India's advancements and career opportunities in space science, during his visit to inaugurate a Space Lab in Chhattisgarh.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Raipur | Updated: 03-02-2026 13:17 IST | Created: 03-02-2026 13:17 IST
India's Rising Force: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's Vision for Space Exploration
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India is gaining significant momentum in the realm of space exploration, as underscored by astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla. During a visit to Raipur, Shukla pointed out the nation's successful missions and increased budget allocation as signs of strong governmental support.

In his interaction with reporters, Shukla called for enhanced education to equip children with knowledge about India's space advancements and potential career paths in this sector. He stressed the importance of making students aware of India's dynamic trajectory in space science, marked by missions like Gaganyaan and future lunar explorations.

Shukla, who was the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station, is committed to inspiring the next generation. His inauguration of a Space Lab with a simulator at a government school in Raipur aims to ignite interest and expand students' understanding of the vast opportunities in space science.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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