Shubhanshu's SpaceTime moment: Astronaut gives cosmic tour to kin
shared the excitement and intrigues of his cosmic sojourn and showed them a sunrise from space.
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"He showed us the sunrise from the spacecraft window, his sleeping spot, and the food he eats. I feel so proud that my son has reached this milestone. It's a beautiful feeling," said a beaming Asha Shukla.
Shubhanshu spoke to his parents and sisters Shukla over a video call setup through laptop, making it a virtual gathering through tele bridge connection.
"It was a sunrise like no other, seen not from a hilltop or a plane, but from miles away above the Earth.
Watching it from the window of the spacecraft was something he wanted to share with us. It was not just a view, it was a moment that made us realise how far he has gone, how much he has achieved, and how connected we still are despite the distance. It's a feeling I cannot put into words, but it fills us with pride and wonder," said his father Shambhu Dayal Shukla.
"Initially, he had some problems adjusting, but now he seems completely fine.
He told us about all the important work he's doing. We never imagined our son would reach such heights. We feel blessed," added Shambhu Dayal.
The Lucknow boy gave his family a tour of the space station. "It was absolutely mesmerizing. We were awe-struck seeing Earth's curved horizon, its peripheral glow, and that deep, rich blue shade you just cannot imagine until you see it. It was not just a view, it was this emotional moment of realising his success. We are happy to see he is healthy," said his sister Shuchi Mishra.
The family members said they are eagerly waiting for his return. Shubhanshu, an alumnus of City Montessori School, is the second Indian astronaut after Rakesh Sharma to go in space.
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