Produced by: Tarun Mishra Designed by: Mohsin Shaikh
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), with its unwavering dedication, has consistently propelled India into the forefront of space exploration. Let's watch and relive some of ISRO's most noteworthy mission launches that have left an indelible mark in scientific world
Launched successfully on October 22, 2008, Chandrayaan-1 marked India's maiden mission to the Moon. Beyond its primary objectives, the spacecraft made history after it discovered water molecules for the first time on the lunar surface
On November 26, ISRO orchestrated the successful launch of the PSLV-C54 rocket, carrying the EOS-06 satellite and eight Nano-satellites. The EOS-06, part of the Oceansat series, stands as the third-generation satellite with advanced payload capabilities for comprehensive ocean monitoring
The Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM), popularly known as Mangalyaan, launched on November 5, 2013, elevating India as the first nation to reach Mars on its maiden attempt. Despite being designed for a mission duration of six months, MOM orbited the red planet for more than seven years
Chandrayaan-3, launched on July 14, 2023, achieved an unprecedented feat by successfully landing on the Lunar South Pole on August 23, 2023. This historic accomplishment positioned India among the elite nations that have achieved lunar landings, following the United States and China
Launched on September 2, 2023, Aditya-L1, a collaborative effort between ISRO and various Indian research institutes, aims to study the solar atmosphere. Anticipated to reach the Lagrange point by late December 2023, it is set to provide crucial insights into solar dynamics
The Gaganyaan project, a testament to India's aspirations in human spaceflight, envisions demonstrating the capability by launching a crew of three members into orbit. The inaugural test flight of 'TV-D1' on October 21, 2023, although facing initial setbacks, underscores India's pursuit of manned space exploration
One of the most iconic moments in ISRO's history unfolded on August 23, with the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3's Vikram Lander on the Lunar South Pole. The scenes of jubilation in the mission control, alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marked a historic chapter in India's space exploration journey
ISRO's rich tapestry of achievements exemplifies India's commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration, contributing significantly to the global scientific community and inspiring future generations of scientists and space enthusiasts