PM Modi’s ‘Chandrayaan-3 scripts new chapter’ tweet as ISRO launches 3rd Moon mission

Minutes after India’s third lunar exploration mission Chandrayaan-3 was successfully launched into the orbit from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh’s Sriharikota, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that it has “scripted a new chapter in India’s space odyssey.” He said that the mission “soars high, elevating the dreams and ambitions of every Indian.”

“This momentous achievement is a testament to our scientists’ relentless dedication. I salute their spirit and ingenuity!,” PM Modi tweeted.

Chandrayaan-3’s journey from Earth to the moon is estimated to take about a month and the landing is expected on August 23, covering a distance of over 300,000 km. Upon landing, the spacecraft is expected to operate for one lunar day – which is approximately 14 Earth days. The spacecraft is equipped with a lander, a rover, and a propulsion module, and weighs around 3,900 kilograms.

Meanwhile, several other political leaders have also lauded the successful launch.