Axiom-4 Mission Launch Postponed: Shubhanshu Shukla to Fly to ISS on June 11

Due to weather conditions, the launch of the Axiom-4 mission, which includes Indian Gaganyatri Shubhanshu Shukla, has been delayed. The launch, previously scheduled for June 10, 2025, is now slated for June 11, 2025, at 5:30 PM IST. This mission marks a significant milestone, as Shukla will become the second Indian astronaut to travel to space since 1984. Before his launch, a video message showed Shukla expressing his excitement. Dr. Jitendra Singh also confirmed the change in schedule. The mission represents a collaboration between India and NASA, with Shukla as part of Axiom Space’s fourth private astronaut mission (Ax-4).