Watch: India's Shubhanshu Shukla floating in Space Station is all things cool
'From the time we reached the ISS, we were quite busy chasing the timeline and completing our tasks and experiments. It is a bit challenging initially as you are learning to move in microgravity and also getting to know the station,' Shukla explained. The now-popular clip was filmed after Shukla gained confidence moving about the station—a skill that requires far more control than most realise.Even a tiny movement, he shared, sets an astronaut drifting in unexpected directions, underscoring the unique challenges of orbital life.Shukla's efforts to simply 'be still'—and his admission that 'any small disturbance can move your body in space'—have resonated widely online, drawing comparisons to the difficulty of stilling the mind in today's fast-paced world.The video also highlights the human side of ISS missions, balancing intensive scientific research with moments of reflection and adaptation.During his stay aboard the ISS as part of the Axiom-4 mission, Shukla conducted multiple microgravity experiments developed by Indian scientists and participated in educational outreach, including sharing such candid insights.His mission marks a historic leap for India's human spaceflight ambitions, serving as both a scientific milestone and a powerful source of inspiration back home.- EndsTune InTrending Reel
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