NASA to provide advanced training for Indian astronauts in joint ISS mission

NASA will provide advanced training to Indian astronauts for a joint mission to the International Space Station, as announced by US envoy Eric Garcetti. This collaborative effort highlights the growing space relations between the US and India.

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NASA to train Indian astronauts for ISS mission
Announcement made at US-India Commercial Space Conference
Significant step in US-India space relations

NASA is set to provide advanced training to Indian astronauts as part of a collaborative mission to the International Space Station (ISS) planned for this year or shortly thereafter, according to US envoy to India, Eric Garcetti.

Garcetti announced this development during the "US-India Commercial Space Conference: Unlocking Opportunities for US & Indian Space Startups," hosted by the US-India Business Council (USIBC) and the US Commercial Service (USCS) in Bengaluru on Friday.

"NASA will soon provide advanced training to Indian astronauts, to mount a joint effort to the International Space Station, hopefully, this year or shortly thereafter, which was one of the promises of our leaders' visit together," Garcetti stated.

The collaboration marks a significant step in US-India space relations.

Edited By: sanchayaita roy

Published On: May 25, 2024