Who is Shubhanshu Shukla, who went to space on ISRO and NASA missions? | Explainer

India is set to launch its first human space mission, Gaganyaan, with plans to send four astronauts into space. Among them is Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who has been chosen as the prime astronaut for the India-US joint Axiom-4 mission. Shukla will fly to the International Space Station (ISS) prior to the Gaganyaan mission, marking a significant milestone in India’s space exploration efforts. The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) announced this development on Friday, August 2. This mission represents a major step for India's space program, showcasing the country's growing capabilities in space travel and international collaboration. Watch to know more