Dr. Jitendra Singh addressed the media, expressing that Chandrayaan-3’s unique findings would have a global impact. The Vikram lander module of the spacecraft, carrying the Pragyan rover, successfully detached from the propulsion module during its lunar journey.
Despite the United States and Soviet Union’s early space endeavors, Chandrayaan made history by revealing lunar water, astonishing the world. Dr. Singh highlighted how Chandrayaan’s discoveries prompted global scientific curiosity about moon-related mysteries.
He emphasized that India would be the fourth country to land on the Moon, and notably the only one to touch down on the lunar South Pole. People worldwide are eagerly awaiting the outcome of this mission.
Chandrayaan-3, a successor to Chandrayaan-2, aims to demonstrate India’s expertise in soft landing and roving on the Moon. Dr. Singh underlined the precision in executing the complex orbital entry.
Once Chandrayaan-3 lands on the Moon, its six-wheeled rover is expected to operate for 14 days, capturing images through multiple onboard cameras.
The mission’s primary objectives encompass secure landings, rover mobility, and on-site scientific investigation. Dr. Singh also projected India’s space industry to become a trillion-dollar enterprise in the near future.
