Sriharikota, India – India’s third lunar exploration mission, Chandrayaan-3, has made a soft landing on the Moon. The lander touched down at 1:45 AM IST (10:15 PM GMT) on the southern lunar surface, near the South Pole.
The landing was a major success for India’s space program, and it puts the country in the elite club of nations that have successfully landed on the Moon. Chandrayaan-3 is carrying a rover called Pragyan, which will explore the lunar surface for up to 14 days.
The mission is expected to gather valuable scientific data about the Moon, including its composition, geology, and potential for water ice. It will also help India to develop its own expertise in lunar exploration.
The successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 is a major milestone for India, and it is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the ISRO team. The mission is a source of pride for the country, and it will inspire future generations of scientists and engineers.
In a statement, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the landing of Chandrayaan-3 was “a historic moment for India” and that it “ushers in a new era of space exploration for our country.” He congratulated the ISRO team for their “extraordinary achievement.”
The success of Chandrayaan-3 is a major boost for India’s space program, and it puts the country in a strong position to compete with other spacefaring nations. The mission is expected to yield valuable scientific data that will help us to better understand the Moon and its potential for future exploration.
