Chandrayaan-3 Live Updates: India's Lunar Mission Successfully Launched, Embarking On A Momentous Journey

India's upcoming lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, has been scheduled for launch on Friday at 2.35 pm. The primary objective of this mission is to achieve a gentle touchdown on the surface of the moon, with the aim of accomplishing this feat by late August.

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Chandrayaan-3, the next chapter in India's space odyssey, gracefully lifted off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, on Friday afternoon. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his congratulations on Twitter, acknowledging the achievement and emphasizing the significance of this momentous launch in India's space exploration journey.The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has set its sights on a remarkable goal for the Chandrayaan 3 mission – a soft landing on the moon's surface by late August. If achieved, this milestone would position India as the fourth nation in history, after the United States, China, and the erstwhile USSR, to successfully accomplish a soft landing on the lunar terrain.

What is the mission about?

The primary objective of the ISRO's mission is to accomplish what its predecessor couldn't—perform a soft landing on the lunar surface and conduct exploration with a rover. A successful soft landing would position India as the fourth nation, following the United States, Russia, and China, to achieve this remarkable feat. On Friday, the spacecraft will be launched into an orbit around the Earth at an altitude of 179 km. Through a series of strategic manoeuvres, the spacecraft will gradually elevate its orbit, effectively escaping Earth's gravitational pull and propelling towards the moon. Upon approaching the moon, the spacecraft will rely on the moon's gravity to capture it. At this stage, the lander, housing the rover, will detach from the propulsion module and initiate its controlled descent.

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Who is Ritu Karidhal?

Ritu Karidhal, known as the rocket woman of India, has played significant roles in India's space missions. She served as the Mission Director for Chandrayaan-2 and held the position of Deputy Operations Director for Mangalyaan, India's Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM). Hailing from Lucknow, Karidhal completed her BSc in Physics from Lucknow University and pursued an ME degree in Aerospace Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). Joining ISRO in 1997, she has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the 'ISRO Young Scientist Award' presented by former President APJ Abdul Kalam. Karidhal has also been honored with the 'ISRO Team Award for MOM in 2015', 'ASI Team Award', and 'Women Achievers in Aerospace, 2017' by the Society of Indian Aerospace Technologies & Industries (SIATI).

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Congratulates ISRO Scientists

Following the successful launch of India's Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media to extend his heartfelt congratulations to the dedicated scientists and engineers of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). With pride and admiration, Prime Minister Modi acknowledged their extraordinary efforts and highlighted the significance of this achievement.

Twitter Reactions

As news of the successful launch of India's Chandrayaan-3 spreads, people around the world are taking to Twitter to express their excitement and admiration for this momentous lunar mission. From space enthusiasts to scientists and the general public, Twitter is abuzz with celebratory messages, praise for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and anticipation for the groundbreaking discoveries that lie ahead. The hashtag #Chandrayaan3 is trending as users share their well wishes, awe-inspiring reactions, and pride in India's remarkable achievements in space exploration. Let's take a closer look at how Twitterati are hailing the Chandrayaan-3 mission and eagerly awaiting the scientific revelations it promises to unveil.

Bollywood Celebrities React To Chandrayaan-3 Launch

The remarkable accomplishment garnered praise and admiration from numerous individuals, including Bollywood stars who expressed their appreciation on their social media handles. Sidharth Malhotra congratulated the scientists at ISRO and wrote, “Congratulations ISRO for a spectacular launch for #Chandrayaan3 today! A proud moment for us all!” Shekhar Kapoor also joined in the league of lauding the efforts of the scientists and wrote, “It’s the next frontier. The Nations that conquer #Space will be the next great powers. As an Indian, I am so proud of @isro and the #Chandrayaan3 mission as it gets ready for launch. Godspeed and looking forward to the launch…” Meanwhile Kunal Kapoor tweeted, “Such a historic moment…Congratulations to all our brilliant scientists, engineers, and technicians who have made this possible. All the best #Chandrayaan3.”

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FAQ

  • When will Chandrayaan-3 be launched?

    The launch of Chandrayaan-3 took place at July 14, 2023, at 2:35 pm IST.

  • Who is leading Chandrayaan-3 mission?

    Chandrayaan 3 will carry six payloads including lander, rover & propulsion module. Ritu Karidhal Shrivastava is leading the Chandrayan 3 mission. Ritu is an ISRO scientist & a native of Lucknow, UP.

  • How long Chandrayaan-3 will take to reach moon?

    The launch of Chandrayaan-3 took place at July 14, 2023, at 2:35 pm IST. and injection of 100 km circular polar orbit is completed successfully as part of phase one.The rover is likely to land on the moon on August 23 2023.