New chapter in India`s space program: Cabinet passes resolution honouring Capt Shubhanshu Shukla
After the cabinet meeting held today at New Delhi, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said to the media that the mission of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is an example of inspiration to the young generation of India. He also added that the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi- to make India a developed nation by the year 2047 has got a new strength for this. He commented, “"The mission of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is not just the success of one person, it is an example of inspiration for the young generation of India. This will increase curiosity in our children and youth, and develop scientific thinking. Influenced by this, a large number of youth will make science and innovation their career. The Cabinet firmly believes that this mission will give new energy to the resolve of developed India. The dream of making India a developed nation by 2047, which the Prime Minister has seen, will get new strength."
He congratulated Shubhanshu Shukla and has hailed the event as an historic activity for taking steps towards making India a major space power, “"Today the Union Cabinet has passed a resolution on the return of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla from ISS (International Space Station)...This is an occasion of pride, glory and joy for the entire country. Today, the Cabinet, along with the country, congratulates Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla on his successful return to Earth. He has completed a historic 18-day mission on the International Space Station... This is a new chapter in India's space program. This gives a golden glimpse into the future of our space programme. The Cabinet congratulates the entire team of scientists and engineers at ISRO for this historic achievement..."
