Online desk : India Achieves Historic Lunar Milestone with Chandrayaan-3’s Successful Moon Landing
In a remarkable achievement, India’s space agency ISRO has successfully landed the Lander Module of its third lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, on the Moon’s surface. The Lander, which was launched on July 14, touched down on August 23, marking India’s entry as the fourth nation to make a soft landing on the lunar surface. Notably, India also became the first country to successfully land near the Moon’s south pole.
The momentous event was met with celebrations and jubilation at ISRO’s Mission Operations Complex (MOX) in Bengaluru, as the Lander touched the lunar surface at precisely 6.03 p.m. Following the successful landing, the Rover, also a part of Chandrayaan-3’s mission, was deployed. The Rover will conduct in-situ chemical analysis of the lunar surface while traversing it during its 14-day mission.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the ISRO team for the historic achievement and emphasized that this success belongs to all of humanity. He highlighted how India’s approach of unity and collaboration aligns with the global sentiment, making this achievement a shared victory.
ISRO’s remarkable feat showcases their resilience, dedication, and ability to learn from failures. Prime Minister Modi, speaking from South Africa, hailed this achievement as a lesson in turning defeat into victory. The success of Chandrayaan-3 serves as an inspiration to other nations, demonstrating that remarkable feats can be achieved with determination and tenacity.
Despite its comparatively modest budget, ISRO’s efficient and cost-effective approach has earned the agency global recognition. Chandrayaan-3, accomplished at a cost of Rs 615 crore, stands in contrast to other nations’ lunar missions with significantly higher costs. This accomplishment reflects the dedication and hard work of generations of ISRO leadership and scientists.
The achievement of Chandrayaan-3 was a culmination of efforts across multiple missions, starting with Chandrayaan-1 and progressing through Chandrayaan-2. The Associate Project Director of Chandrayaan-3, Kalpana, expressed her pride and joy as the Vikram lander successfully touched down on the lunar surface. The Indian diaspora, including those at Times Square in New York City, joined in the celebrations, dancing and expressing their excitement over India’s groundbreaking lunar success.
