New Delhi, July 27 -- Ahead of the National Space Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted India's growing capabilities in space sector, mentioning the achievement of IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's recent journey to International Space Station, successful launch of Chandrayaan 3, which created an ambience for science in the country.

Speaking about Shubhanshu Shukla, who was one of the four crew members of the Axiom-4 mission, PM Modi, in his 124th 'Mann Ki Baat' episode, said, "We shall touch upon the successes of the country; the achievements of the countrymen."

PM Modi said when Shubhanshu Shukla landed back on earth, a "wave of happiness rippled through every heart," filling every citizen with pride.

"Recently,...