ISRO’s Shubanshu Shukla: How his space farming experiments may shape life beyond Earth
Edited By Abhinav Yadav
Published: May 26, 2025, 20:24 IST | Updated: May 26, 2025, 20:24 IST
ISRO’s astronaut Shubanshu Shukla is on eco-friendly experiments in space, focusing on growing plants, recycling water, and using clean energy. His mission aims to make space travel sustainable and could offer innovative solutions to Earth’s food and energy challenges.
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Shubanshu Shukla’s
Indian astronaut Shubanshu Shukla is on a bold mission. He aims to make space greener for future generations, starting with experiments that could change how we live on Earth and beyond.
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What is Space Agriculture?
Space agriculture is growing plants in space. Shubanshu will test how seeds sprout and grow in zero gravity, hoping to find new ways to feed astronauts during long missions.
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Why Grow Plants in Space?
Plants clean the air and provide food. If we can grow crops in space, astronauts can stay healthy on long journeys. Shubanshu’s work could help future missions to the Moon and Mars.
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Shubanshu’s Other Bold Experiments
Besides farming, Shubanshu will test recycling water, using solar energy, and reducing waste. These green ideas could make space travel safer and more sustainable.
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How Will These Experiments Help Earth?
Shubanshu’s research could lead to better farming and cleaner energy back home. If these ideas work in space, they could help solve food and energy problems on Earth.
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Inspiring Future Generations
Shubanshu hopes his mission will inspire young people to dream big and care for the planet. His green journey shows that protecting Earth starts with bold steps even in space.
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What’s Next for Space and Earth?
If Shubanshu’s green experiments succeed, they could shape the future of space travel and life on Earth. The world is watching as he takes these exciting steps from Earth to orbit.
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