Bangalore: In a momentous milestone for India's space exploration endeavors, the nation's space agency, ISRO, accomplished a remarkable feat with the successful soft landing of Chandrayaan-3's lander 'Vikram' on the lunar South Pole. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Bangalore after concluding his international visit, expressed his deep appreciation for the ISRO scientists responsible for this achievement. This triumph positions India as the fourth country globally to master the intricate technology of lunar soft landings, following the United States, China, and the erstwhile Soviet Union.
Prime Minister Modi's arrival in Bangalore was marked by anticipation and enthusiasm, as he stepped onto Indian soil to honor the ISRO team's exceptional accomplishment. The Prime Minister conveyed his excitement for the opportunity to engage with the dedicated scientists during his visit. Upon landing, he took to social media, stating, "Landed in Bangalore . Looking forward to interacting with our exceptional ISRO scientists who have made India proud with the success of Chandrayaan-3. Their dedication and passion are truly the driving forces behind our nation's achievements in the space sector."
A grand 26-kilometer-long roadshow was planned to showcase the nation's appreciation for this remarkable achievement. The streets surrounding the HAL airport were adorned with patriotic posters and the national flag, as locals eagerly awaited the chance to welcome Prime Minister Modi. The sentiment among the crowds was one of immense pride and unity, as they hailed both the accomplishment and the leadership of Prime Minister Modi.
A local resident shared, "When there was a failure, PM Modi accepted it and today we are all celebrating this success. Under the leadership of PM Modi, we have achieved something that no other country could; India is shining. PM Modi is coming to Bangalore to congratulate our scientists."
Another local expressed, "It is a proud moment for us because this is a very big achievement... We are here to welcome PM Modi as he is visiting Bangalore to meet scientists of the ISRO team involved in Chandrayaan-3 Mission."
After a 40-day voyage through space, the Chandrayaan-3 lander, 'Vikram,' gracefully touched down on the unexplored lunar South Pole on Wednesday, August 23, at 6:04 pm. This achievement marks a historical first for India, positioning the nation as a trailblazer in lunar exploration.
During the triumphant moment, Prime Minister Modi virtually joined the live telecast of Chandrayaan-3's landing from South Africa. He commended the ISRO team for their pioneering efforts, declaring, "When we see such historic moments, it makes us very proud. This is the dawn of new India."
The spacecraft's journey commenced with its launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota on July 14. A GSLV Mark 3 (LVM 3) heavy-lift launch vehicle facilitated the spacecraft's ascent to lunar orbit on August 5. Subsequently, a series of meticulous orbital maneuvers culminated in the precision landing on the moon's surface.
As the nation basks in the glow of this significant achievement, the success of Chandrayaan-3 stands as a testament to India's prowess in space exploration and Prime Minister Modi's steadfast commitment to propelling the nation to new frontiers. The world watches as India's space ambitions soar higher than ever before.
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