New Delhi, Aug. 21 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut onboard the International Space Station (ISS), in New Delhi on August 21, 2025. Defence Minister congratulated Group Capt Shukla on his achievement, terming it as a major milestone in India's journey towards human spaceflight.

After the interaction in a post on X, Defence Minister stated that his journey will inspire the young minds of India.

Rajnath Singh stated, "Delighted to meet Group Capt Shubanshu Shukla, the first Indian Astronaut, on-board International Space Station. We discussed his inspiring space journey, the vital experiments he undertook in orbit, advances in science and technology, and the road ahead with I...