Astronaut and IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will conduct pioneering food and nutrition experiments aboard the International Space Station (ISS) during the upcoming Axiom Mission-4, as announced by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh.

Key Highlights:

• Shukla will be the Mission Pilot for Axiom Mission-4, launching on June 8, 2025.
• He will carry out biotech experiments focusing on edible microalgae and cyanobacteria to support sustainable life in space.
• The research is being developed by ISRO, DBT, and supported by NASA.
• The experiments aim to create closed-loop life support systems for long-duration missions.
• He will also interact with Indian students via a live broadcast from the ISS to promote space education.