Chandrayaan-3, India's highly anticipated third lunar mission, is scheduled to launch on July 14 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
The launch is set for 2:35 IST with the objective of achieving a successful soft landing on the moon's surface. The targeted landing site is the southern pole of the moon, expected around August 23 or 24. Spanning a lunar night equivalent to 14 Earth days, Chandrayaan-3 promises remarkable lunar exploration. The ISRO Chief extends a special invitation to the entire nation, encouraging everyone to witness the live launch of Chandrayaan-3.
The thrilling event can be experienced through live streaming on ISRO's official website and YouTube channel. Although the registration window for the live launch event has closed, anyone can still relish the exhilarating moments.
Here are the key elements of the Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission and information on when and where to watch it live:
Launch Date: July 14, 2:35 pm IST
Launch Site: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh
Where to Watch: Visit ISRO's YouTube channel to watch the live Chandrayaan-3 launch event.
It's worth noting that Chandrayaan-3 follows the setback of Chandrayaan-2's unsuccessful landing attempt in 2019. ISRO has incorporated significant adjustments to ensure a successful mission this time, learning from past mistakes. Chandrayaan-3 comprises three crucial components: a lander, a rover, and a propulsion model. Building upon the existing Orbiter from Chandrayaan-2, which remains in the lunar atmosphere, this upcoming mission aims to conduct vital scientific measurements on the moon's surface, enhancing our understanding of our celestial neighbor, Earth's moon.