Panaji, July 11, 2025: Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is all set to begin his return to Earth on July 14, 2025, aboard the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, after a successful mission alongside international colleagues. Shukla, part of a multi-national crew including veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson, Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, and Tibor Kapu, has spent the past few weeks conducting scientific research and participating in international collaborative tasks in space.
The spacecraft will undock from the space-facing port of the Harmony module aboard the International Space Station (ISS), beginning the carefully coordinated descent back to Earth. The mission has been hailed as a significant milestone in India’s rising profile in global space exploration.
Shubhanshu Shukla’s journey marks a proud chapter for India, adding to the growing number of Indian-origin astronauts making their mark in space. This mission, supported by agencies like ISRO, NASA, and SpaceX, highlights the increasing collaboration between Indian and global space efforts.
The SpaceX Dragon capsule, known for its reusability and advanced safety features, will perform a controlled splashdown upon re-entry, concluding the mission that brought together innovation, international teamwork, and scientific advancement.
Shukla’s safe return is eagerly anticipated not just by mission control, but also by millions of proud Indians following his journey. His success is likely to inspire a new generation of Indian youth to dream beyond the skies.
Stay tuned for live updates and official re-entry coverage.
