India’s Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission successfully landed on the Moon on Sunday, August 20, 2023, at 6:00 PM IST. The lander, Vikram, touched down on the lunar surface in the South Pole region, marking India’s second successful soft landing on the Moon.
The Chandrayaan-3 mission was launched on July 14, 2023, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The mission consists of a lander, Vikram, a rover, Pragyan, and an orbiter. The orbiter will remain in lunar orbit for a year, while the lander and rover will conduct experiments on the lunar surface.
The landing of Vikram was a critical milestone for the Chandrayaan-3 mission. The lander had to land in a precise location in order to avoid the Moon’s craters and other obstacles. The successful landing is a testament to the skill and expertise of the ISRO team.
The Chandrayaan-3 mission is a major achievement for India’s space program. It is the country’s second successful soft landing on the Moon, and it will help scientists to learn more about the lunar surface. The mission is also a source of pride for Indians, who are celebrating the country’s growing space prowess.
The Chandrayaan-3 mission is expected to operate for one year. During this time, the lander and rover will conduct a variety of experiments, including studying the Moon’s surface, its composition, and its history. The mission will also help scientists to better understand the formation and evolution of the Moon.
The successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 is a major step forward for India’s space program. It is a testament to the skill and expertise of the ISRO team, and it is a source of pride for Indians. The mission is expected to yield valuable scientific insights about the Moon, and it will help to pave the way for future lunar exploration.
