Modi, who returned from a successful BRICS summit and South Africa tour that culminated in Greece, went directly to ISRO in Bangalore to interact with the achievers.
After nearly a month of journey and grueling manoeuvres, Chandrayaan 3 mission’s Vikram module successfully landed at the South Pole of the Earth’s natural satellite on August 23.
The prime minister exchanged findings and progress on the rover’s initial tour of the lunar surface, mainly with scientists from the space agency.
Through the Chandrayaan 2 orbiter, it aims to transmit scientific data on the thermal properties, atmosphere, chemical composition, seismic measurements and composition of the lunar crust.
According to experts, its success will enable the collection of critical data for future international space missions.
Addressing a special audience this Saturday, the dignitary highlighted the scientific impact of this new step as the space sector plays a huge role in providing education, communication and health services to remote areas of the country. A study of the planet’s climate and environment, he said.
Modi announced that National Space Day will be celebrated every August 23 to celebrate the spirit of science, technology and innovation.
He invited new generations to study the astronomical formulas of India’s scriptures, which he said were important to the nation’s heritage.
India’s scientific treasure is buried, hidden by a long period of slavery. He also pointed out that in this nectar of freedom, we too should explore this treasure, explore it and tell it to the world.
The dignitary also urged the young researchers to take advantage of the development of technology along with new explorations in the depths of earth, sea and space.
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