'Inspired Billion Dreams': PM Modi, Others Celebrate Shubhanshu Shukla, Rest Of Axiom Crew's Return To Earth
"I join the nation in welcoming Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as he returns to Earth from his historic mission to Space," Modi said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the return of Shubhanshu Shukla, along with the rest of Axiom-4 Mission crew, as they returned successfully to the earth on Tuesday.
"I join the nation in welcoming Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as he returns to Earth from his historic mission to Space. As India’s first astronaut to have visited International Space Station, he has inspired a billion dreams through his dedication, courage and pioneering spirit," Modi said.
I join the nation in welcoming Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as he returns to Earth from his historic mission to Space. As Indiaâs first astronaut to have visited International Space Station, he has inspired a billion dreams through his dedication, courage and pioneeringâ¦
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 15, 2025
President of India Droupadi Murmu also congratulated Shubhanshu Shukla, and lauded his role in the Axiom-4 Mission.
"A hearty welcome to Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as he comes back on Earth after his space journey. His role in piloting of Axiom Mission 4 to the International Space Station has created a new milestone for India’s space exploration as well as for international collaboration in science and technology," Murmu said.
A hearty welcome to Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as he comes back on Earth after his space journey. His role in piloting of Axiom Mission 4 to the International Space Station has created a new milestone for Indiaâs space exploration as well as for international collaborationâ¦
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) July 15, 2025
Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh also celebrated the safe arrival of Shukla along with the rest of Axiom-4 Mission crew to the earth.
"The entire nation eagerly awaits your arrival back home…as you begin your return journey, after successful undocking of #Axiom-4 (sic)," Singh said.
Welcome back Shubhanshu!
— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) July 14, 2025
The entire nation eagerly awaits your arrival back homeâ¦as you begin your return journey, after successful undocking of #Axiom4.#ISRO #ISS pic.twitter.com/rmatebNfPT
"Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s successful return from the historic Axiom-4 mission is a proud moment for every Indian," Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shuklaâs successful return from the historic Axiom-4 mission is a proud moment for every Indian. He has not just touched space, he has lifted Indiaâs aspirations to new heights.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 15, 2025
His journey to the International Space Station and back is not just aâ¦