Kolkata, June 26 -- West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday congratulated the crew members of the Axiom 4 mission and said it was "absolutely thrilling" to watch Indian astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and his team safely reach the International Space Station (ISS).

The West Bengal Chief Minister praised the young Axiom 4 pilot and said that his mission is a monumental step forward for India's space science efforts, solidifying the country's position as a formidable space-faring nation.

"Absolutely thrilled to see our astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, and other team members, safely reach the International Space Station as part of the Axiom Mission 4. Heartiest congratulations to all of them and especia...