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The successful landing marks India’s emergence as a space power as the government seeks to boost private investment in space launching and related satellite-based businesses.
As the spacecraft approached the surface, people across the country watched television and prayed.
ISRO said that Chandrayan- Three The spacecraft landed on the South Pole of the Moon, a part of the Moon that no country had ever landed on before.
This was India’s second attempt to land a spacecraft on the moon. Earlier, Russia’s Luna-25 mission failed.
Chandrayaan means ‘moon car’ in Hindi and Sanskrit. In 2019, ISRO’s Chandrayaan-2 mission successfully landed an orbiter but its lander crashed.
On Wednesday, ISRO said it is all set to run the spacecraft’s automatic landing sequence, which will activate the algorithm that will help it arrive at the designated location and land.
Chandrayaan-3 is expected to remain active for two weeks and conduct a number of experiments, including spectrometer analysis of the lunar surface’s mineral composition.
Carla Flotiko, partner and managing director of consultancy Space Tech Partners, said, ‘Landing on the South Pole of the Moon will give India an opportunity to find out whether there is frozen water on the Moon or not. This is very important for overall data and science on the geology of the Moon.’
Hours before the scheduled landing, the atmosphere at the spacecraft’s command center on the outskirts of Bengaluru was ecstatic. ISRO officials and scientists were watching the screens to monitor the lander.
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Anticipation was high before the landing and banner headlines on Indian newspapers and news channels were counting down to the landing.
Prayers were offered in synagogues across the country and school children waved the Indian tricolor as they awaited the live screening of the landing.
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri prayed for Chandrayaan at a Gurdwara in the capital, New Delhi.
Hardeep Singh Puri told reporters that India is developing not only economically but also scientifically and technologically.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the landing from a seat in South Africa, where he is attending the BRICS summit.
The difficult terrain makes landings at the South Pole difficult and the first landings are historic. The region’s ice could provide fuel, oxygen and drinking water for future missions.
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**Interview with Carla Flotiko, Managing Director of Space Tech Partners**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Carla. Exciting news with Chandrayaan-3’s successful landing on the Moon! What does this achievement mean for India?
**Carla Flotiko:** Thank you for having me! This achievement is monumental for India, marking its emergence as a significant player in space exploration. Successfully landing on the lunar South Pole, an area previously untouched by other missions, not only enhances India’s status in the global space community but also opens up new avenues for scientific research.
**Editor:** Absolutely! The South Pole has been a point of interest for many scientists. Can you elaborate on why this specific area is so crucial?
**Carla Flotiko:** The South Pole of the Moon is believed to potentially harbor frozen water, which is vital for understanding the Moon’s geology and could have implications for future lunar missions. Water on the Moon can support long-term human habitation and serve as a resource for fuel. Studying this region will provide crucial data for both lunar science and future exploration efforts.
**Editor:** Interesting! ISRO has faced challenges in previous missions, like the Chandrayaan-2 lander crash. How significant is this successful landing for the organization’s reputation?
**Carla Flotiko:** This success is a massive boost for ISRO’s reputation, showcasing their capability to not only launch complex missions but also execute successful landings. With the previous challenges, overcoming those hurdles demonstrates resilience and innovation, further attracting private investments in India’s burgeoning space sector.
**Editor:** Speaking of investments, how might this success influence private investment in India’s space industry?
**Carla Flotiko:** A successful mission like Chandrayaan-3 instills confidence in potential investors. It shows the viability and reliability of the Indian space program, encouraging funding for commercial satellite launches, technology development, and collaborations between the public and private sectors. As India’s space economy grows, we can expect an influx of entrepreneurial ventures aimed at leveraging these advancements.
**Editor:** Thank you, Carla! It seems like there’s much to look forward to as we move further into the era of space exploration.
**Carla Flotiko:** Thank you! It’s an exciting time, and I believe we’ll see significant developments in the coming years.
