Shukla’s Space Odyssey Concludes: Ax-4 Crew Returns to Earth
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 crew are set to return to Earth on July 14, 2025, concluding their 19-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
The crew will undock from the ISS in the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft following a meticulous process of preparing the capsule and securing all cargo.
Their return journey is expected to take approximately 17 hours, culminating in a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean.
During their time on the ISS, the Ax-4 crew successfully conducted over 60 scientific experiments, contributing valuable data to various fields of research.
Shukla’s participation marks a significant milestone for India’s burgeoning space program, inspiring a new generation of scientists and engineers and highlighting the nation’s growing presence in international space collaboration. His successful mission underscores India’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of scientific exploration.
