Chandrayaan-3 moves closer to moon as it undergoes another successful orbit reduction

INTERNATIONAL DESK: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Wednesday said that Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft has undergone another successful orbit reduction. This means the spacecraft has moved one step closer to the moon.

The organisation took to X (formerly Twitter) account and said, “Even closer to the moon’s surface. Chandrayaan-3’s orbit is reduced to 174 km x 1437 km following a manuevre performed today.”

The next operation of Chandrayaan-3 is scheduled for August 14, 2023, between 11:30 and 12:30 hrs.

On Monday, ISRO chairman S Somanath had expressed confidence in the progress of the forthcoming lunar mission, Chandrayaan 3, providing reassurance that all systems are operating as planned.

Additionally, he shed light on the successful launch of GSAT-24, marking another step forward in India’s space exploration endeavours.

Chairman S Somanath stated, “Everything is going fine now. There will be a series of manoeuvres until it lands (on the Moon) on 23rd August. The satellite is healthy.”

Chandrayaan 3, India’s third lunar exploration mission, aims to build upon the success of its predecessors, Chandrayaan 1 and Chandrayaan 2. As the mission progresses towards its targeted landing on the Moon on August 23, ISRO’s diligent efforts and dedication to precision are evident in the updates provided by Chairman Somnath.

Somanath shared details of the successful launch of GSAT-24, a communication satellite, which highlights ISRO’s multi-faceted approach to space technology.

The launch of GSAT-24 further solidifies India’s position as a key player in the realm of satellite communication and technology.

The updates provided by Somanath serve as a testament to ISRO’s unwavering commitment to advancing space exploration and technology.

As the Chandrayaan 3 mission progresses and GSAT-24 takes its place among India’s communication satellites, the nation’s scientific and technological prowess continues to reach new heights.

Simon Wong, the High Commissioner of Singapore to India, expressed his congratulations to both India and the ISRO for the Chandrayaan-3 insertion phase on Sunday.

He also lauded the lunar mission’s photographs of the moon.

“The Chandrayaan-3 moon entry phase deserves our sincere congratulations. What an amazing photo! High Commissioner Wong wrote on Twitter, “HC Wong.

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released the first pictures of the moon taken by Chandrayaan-3 on Sunday.

Beautiful pictures of the lunar surface were taken by Chandrayan-3 when it entered the Moon’s orbit on Saturday.

The Mission’s official Twitter account posted, “The Moon, as viewed by Chandrayaan3 spacecraft during Lunar Orbit Insertion (LOI) on August 5, 2023.”

According to ISRO, the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft entered the lunar orbit on Saturday after travelling roughly two-thirds of the way to the Moon since its launch on July 14. (ANI)