At 06:04 PM IST on August 23, 2023, India etches its name in history by achieving a momentous milestone – the successful landing of Chandrayaan 3 at the lunar South Pole. This remarkable feat makes India the pioneer in this endeavor. Collaborating tirelessly for the past four years, ISRO’s scientists channeled their collective brilliance following the setback of Chandrayaan 2’s attempted soft landing in 2019. With a population of 1.4 billion fervently praying and partaking in rituals for the last 48 hours, the triumph of Chandrayaan 3 has been a nationwide aspiration. As ISRO’s live broadcast took to platforms like YouTube, screens across the globe illuminated with anticipation. Every Indian, wherever they were, remained transfixed to witness this historic moment unfold. The meticulous planning culminated with pinpoint precision as Chandrayaan 3 touched down flawlessly at its designated lunar site, creating an indelible mark in the annals of history.
