Shubhanshu Shukla, Group Captain, conferred Ashoka Chakra
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Why in news
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Ashoka Chakra on Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla for his historic role as the first Indian to set foot on the International Space Station (ISS).
Background
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla completed an 18-day mission aboard the Axiom-4 mission. The mission was a collaborative effort between ISRO, NASA, and the European Space Agency.
Facts for Prelims
- PostGroup Captain Shubhanshu Shukla: First Indian to set foot on the International Space Station (ISS)
- FactAxiom-4 mission duration: 18 days
- BodyISRO, NASA, and the European Space Agency collaborated on the Axiom-4 mission
- FactShubhanshu Shukla has over 2,000 hours of flight experience
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of international space collaborations like Axiom-4 in advancing India's space capabilities and technological sovereignty.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Balancing collaborative space missions with indigenous technological development
- Human spaceflight: Enhancing India's capabilities for long-duration orbital missions and lunar exploration
Keywords: Space Exploration · International Collaboration · Human Spaceflight · Technological Sovereignty · Axiom-4 Mission
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