Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Awarded Ashok Chakra for Exceptional Courage and Distinguished Service
On the eve of Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu approved gallantry and distinguished service awards for personnel of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force was honored with the Ashok Chakra, India's highest peacetime gallantry award. This follows his mission to the International Space Station in June 2025. The President approved a total of 301 military decorations, including Kirti Chakras, Shaurya Chakras, and various Seva Medals, recognizing acts of exceptional courage in operations like Rakshak, Snow Leopard, and Meghdoot, as well as rescue and casualty evacuation tasks.
Key Points
- Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla received the Ashok Chakra for his mission to the ISS and distinguished service.
- The awards include 1 Ashok Chakra, 3 Kirti Chakras, and 12 Shaurya Chakras.
- Military decorations also covered operations such as Rakshak, Snow Leopard, and Hifazat.
- A total of 301 decorations were approved for personnel across the three services.
Exam Facts
- Ashok Chakra (highest peacetime gallantry award)
- Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla
- 301 total military decorations
- ISS mission date June 2025
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