July 2014 2023 will be written down in history as the golden day for India’s space sector. The Chandrayaan 3 mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) was launched successfully from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, at 2:35 PM. Through this mission, ISRO scientists aim to reach the orbit of the moon, make a soft landing on the lunar surface, and study the surface of the moon, reported Mint.
14th July 2023 will always be etched in golden letters as far as India’s space sector is concerned. Chandrayaan-3, our third lunar mission, will embark on its journey. This remarkable mission will carry the hopes and dreams of our nation. pic.twitter.com/EYTcDphaES
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 14, 2023
In the 2019 Chandrayaan 2 mission, problems had risen during the last stage of the descent where the lander and rover crashed on the moon’s surface. This time, if there is a successful soft landing, India will become the 4th country to have done so, after the US, Russia and China, reported Indian Express.
Here’s a video showing Chandrayaan 3 taking off:
The moment India created history!
India's ambitious lunar mission #Chandrayaan3 launched pic.twitter.com/9G818O5nbs
— WION (@WIONews) July 14, 2023
Innumerable people gathered at Sriharikota to watch the historic launch:
#Chandrayaan3, India’s third lunar exploration mission takes off from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
🚀LVM3 Launch Vehicle Mk III takes the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft to Geo Transfer Orbit (GTO).
Congratulations to @ISRO in bringing the Moon closer to us! pic.twitter.com/2eELKSaeH5
— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) July 14, 2023
“Chandrayaan-3 has started its journey towards the moon. Our dear LVM3 has already put Chandrayaan-3 craft into the precise around earth…Let us wish all the best for the Chandrayaan-3 craft to make its farther orbit raising manoeuvres and travel towards the moon in the coming days,” said ISRO chief S Somanath.
Have a look:
That emotions of happiness after successful mission. Goosebumps. Thankyou ISRO #Chandrayaan3 pic.twitter.com/26IonYH5p5
— Political Kida (@PoliticalKida) July 14, 2023
Soon, #Chandrayaan3 started trending on social media as thousands of citizens celebrated this golden moment and were incredibly proud of our nation’s scientific achievements. Here’s a look at some of the tweets:
A lift off. Congratulations to all #Indians and scientific community for #Chandrayaan3. Proud moment 🇮🇳 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/de73zmspER
— Parveen Kaswan, IFS (@ParveenKaswan) July 14, 2023
. #Chandrayaan3
We have come a Long way 🇮🇳From this To This pic.twitter.com/4DxTPt890S
— Randomsena (@randomsena) July 14, 2023
Me watching the launch of #Chandrayaan3 pic.twitter.com/nwAvpeazNJ
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) July 14, 2023
Onward to greater horizons! Thrilled to witness another momentous launch! Congratulations & all the best to the brilliant team at ISRO for the launch of #Chandrayaan3 today! Proud of you all! 👍👍
— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) July 14, 2023
Cheering for the successful launch of #Chandrayaan3 today! As it embarks on its lunar journey, it carries the dreams and aspirations of over a billion Indians. Saluting the relentless efforts of @isro and everyone involved. Here's to the moon and the new horizons we're yet to… pic.twitter.com/X7hMhoZXWI
— manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) July 14, 2023
Congratulations to the team at @isro on the successful launch of #Chandrayaan3 from Sriharikota, which highlights India's remarkable progress in the field of space exploration! The achievement is a clear demonstration of the unwavering commitment and perseverance of our diligent… pic.twitter.com/YYOLl1RIYT
— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) July 14, 2023
#Chandrayaan3 has successfully lifted off, and I’m feeling so excited and proud! This is a huge achievement for India and a testament to the hard work and dedication of @isro. I can’t wait to see what they discover on the lunar surface. Go, Chandrayaan-3!
— Honeypreet Insan (@insan_honey) July 14, 2023
After watching this my daughter says I want to go to the Moon.
Many congratulations to the ISRO team.#Chandrayaan3 pic.twitter.com/7OidNbdsDh— Meenakshi Joshi ( India TV ) (@IMinakshiJoshi) July 14, 2023
Congratulations @isro for a spectacular launch for #Chandrayaan3 today! A proud moment for us all! 🇮🇳🚀
— Sidharth Malhotra (@SidMalhotra) July 14, 2023
Spectacular launch of #chandrayaan3 ! Wishing team @ISRO all the best for safe landing on the moon. Still remember the deafening silence and heartbreaks in the Control Room after the crash-landing of Chandrayaan-2 in September 2019. I truly cherish my entry pass as a Souvenir… pic.twitter.com/EwrO93mGDE
— Supriya Sahu IAS (@supriyasahuias) July 14, 2023
This indeed calls for celebration. Jai Hind!