When Will Shubhanshu Shukla Return To India & How Long Will He Stay In The US?
After returning to Earth from the International Space Station, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is not heading back to India immediately. He will stay in the United States for a few more days under medical supervision. During this period, doctors will carry out detailed health assessments. The timeline of his return to India and the process involved in his post-mission recovery are now the key focus.
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams also returned to India from space on March 19. It has been four months, but she has not yet been able to fully resume her normal routine. She has experienced physical fatigue, back pain, and balance issues. Williams has shared that she needs to stay under medical supervision because of these problems.
Shubhanshu Shukla is expected to face fewer issues, as he spent a shorter duration in space and appeared fit and smiling upon his return. However, his return to India will take some time, with the exact duration yet to be determined.
Seven Days Of Isolation
Following this, he will undergo seven days of isolation, per NASA's established protocol for returning astronauts. During isolation, medical examinations continue, and preparations for resuming their old lifestyle are made, including activities like yoga and meditation. Therefore, Shubhanshu Shukla will remain in isolation from July 22 to 23.
What Follows the Medical Tests?
If Shukla is deemed fit after isolation and the doctors give their approval, he may return to India, possibly by a special plane. If no additional problems arise, Shubhanshu Shukla could return to India after 8-10 days, by July 25. However, this has not been officially confirmed yet. Details about the experiments he conducted on the International Space Station might be delayed, but everything will proceed according to the established protocol.
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