Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 02:18pm on 28 Jun 2025,Saturday Science
In a historic interaction, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla aboard the International Space Station (ISS) during a live call. Shukla, part of India’s Gaganyaan mission training in the U.S., shared his awe, saying, “India looks bigger from space than it does on the map.” PM Modi expressed national pride, calling the conversation “unforgettable” and a proud moment for 140 crore Indians. The discussion also touched on India’s strides in space exploration and the astronaut’s ongoing NASA-led ISS expedition. PM Modi emphasized India's growing global stature and technological advancement, inspiring the nation with this milestone moment.
