Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s second astronaut, successfully returned to Earth aboard the Dragon spacecraft after an 18-day mission on the International Space Station (ISS). His family celebrated his safe landing as the capsule splashed down off the coast of San Diego. The emotional welcome in Lucknow, Shukla’s hometown, resonated with pride and joy across India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed this historic moment in India’s human spaceflight journey, recognizing Shukla’s courage and dedication.
