National Space Day
| National Space Day | |
|---|---|
| Official name | National Space Day |
| Observed by | India |
| Type | National |
| Significance | Commemorates Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the Moon |
| Date | 23 August |
| First time | 23 August 2024 |
National Space Day is a day of the year set aside in India to commemorate Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the Moon.[1] It is celebrated on 23 August.
History
On 23 August 2023, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) reached a significant milestone by successfully landing Chandrayaan-3's lander and rover on the Moon.[2] Recognizing this achievement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proclaimed August 23rd as "National Space Day" in India.[3][4][5]
References
- ^ "Chandrayaan-3 Lander on the Moon". The Hindu. 23 August 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
- ^ PTI (24 August 2023). "Chandrayaan mission a key milestone in ISRO's journey: Kasturirangan". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 27 August 2023.
- ^ "Chandrayaan-3: India To Celebrate August 23 As 'National Space Day'". Times of India. 26 August 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
- ^ Soumya Pillai (26 August 2023). "PM Modi announces August 23 as 'National Space Day', lauds Isro scientists". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
- ^ "PM Modi declares August 23 as National Space Day, says India now in front row of nations". The Indian Express. The Indian Express. 26 August 2023. Retrieved 27 August 2023.