National Space Day: A Look Back at India's Stellar Space Journey

By Editorji News Desk
Published on | Aug 23, 2024

The Significance of National Space Day

Designated to commemorate the Chandrayaan-3's historic landing, National Space Day highlights India's advancements in space exploration.

Chandrayaan-3 - A Historic Achievement

On August 23, 2023, India became the first country to land on the Moon’s south pole and the fourth nation to achieve a lunar landing.

Aditya-L1 Mission - Studying the Sun

Aditya-L1, India's mission to study the Sun, is positioned 1.5 million km from Earth, providing crucial insights into solar activities.

Chandrayaan-2 - Paving the Way for Success

Although the lander & rover faced challenges, the Chandrayaan-2 orbiter continues to contribute valuable data, paving way for Chandrayaan-3's success.

Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) - India Reaches Mars

Launched on November 5, 2013, MOM made India the fourth space agency to reach Mars, exceeding its mission life and delivering groundbreaking data.

Chandrayaan-1 - India’s First Lunar Mission

Launched in 2008, Chandrayaan-1 was India’s first step into lunar exploration, conducting vital chemical and geological mapping of the Moon.

Gaganyaan - India’s Human Spaceflight Mission

Gaganyaan aims to launch Indian astronauts into space, marking a new era in India's space exploration with a 3-day mission at 400 km orbit.

Pioneering women scientists of ISRO