Blending science, sweets and space

In a gesture that added a personal and cultural touch to the mission, Shukla shared traditional Indian sweets — gajar ka halwa, moong dal halwa, and aam ras — with the Expedition 73 crew.

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By Day 3 of the mission, the focus shifted to crew integration and readiness. Shukla participated in training on emergency procedures and handover protocols to ensure smooth coordination between the Ax-4 and Expedition 73 crews. The team also transferred high-priority cargo, including safety gear and essential supplies, between Dragon and the ISS. Shukla also began preparations for a suite of scientific studies: Seven microgravity experiments developed by Indian scientists, part of a larger set of 60 experiments during the mission.