ISRO confirms new launch date of Axiom space mission:Oxygen leak fixed, India’s first private astronaut will go to ISS on June 19

Looks like space missions are no less than desi wedding dates—planned, postponed, and finally locked in. After a few unexpected hiccups, the much-awaited Ax-4 mission is now back on track. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has confirmed that the liquid oxygen leak in SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, originally meant to launch the Ax-4 mission, has been successfully resolved. ISRO said in a statement: During a follow-on coordination meeting between ISRO, Axiom Space, and SpaceX, it was confirmed that the liquid oxygen leak observed in the Falcon 9 launch vehicle has been successfully resolved. With the issue now behind them, Axiom Space is targeting June 19, 2025, for the new launch date of the Ax-4 mission.
Zvezda module also being monitored Alongside the Falcon 9 issue, ISRO also said that Axiom Space is working with NASA to check on a separate pressure anomaly in the Zvezda Service Module onboard the International Space Station (ISS). India’s big moment The Ax-4 mission will carry India’s first private astronaut, Shubhanshu Shukla, to the ISS. A huge milestone for India’s space dreams. Originally scheduled for May 29, the launch has faced several delays due to different technical issues and bad weather. ISRO added: Anticipating the quick resolution of the oxygen leak issue, the launch was rescheduled to June 11, but now it is finally set for June 19. Why this mission matters Ax-4 is not just a regular space trip—it’s part of Axiom Space’s larger plan to build the world’s first commercial space station.
Every mission they fly contributes to that long-term goal. And with ISRO and an Indian astronaut on board, this mission is also a milestone for international collaboration in space exploration. India’s increasing role in human spaceflight, especially through private-sector partnerships, shows just how fast the country is catching up with global space powers. All eyes on June 19 With all major technical issues addressed, the countdown is on once again. If everything goes as planned, India will mark another giant leap in its growing space journey.