India’s Antarctic Research Season 2025–26 Commences

The first team of the 45th Indian Scientific Expedition to Antarctica (45th ISEA) departed Mumbai on 31 October, landed at Novo Airstrip, and reached Maitri Station on 4 November 2025.
Their arrival marks the start of India’s 2025–26 Antarctic research season, continuing the nation’s long-standing commitment to polar science and environmental stewardship.