Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh : The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched Chandrayaan-3 on Friday, July 14, 2023. The mission, which is India's third lunar mission, was launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The launch was carried out on a GSLV Mark 3 heavy lift launch vehicle. Chandrayaan-3 is a follow-on mission to Chandrayaan-2, which was launched in 2019. The mission's primary objective is to demonstrate the end-to-end capability of soft landing on the lunar surface and roving on the moon. The mission also includes a number of scientific experiments, including studies of the lunar surface, the lunar atmosphere, and the lunar interior. The spacecraft consists of a lander, a rover, and a propulsion module. The lander will carry the rover to the lunar surface, where it will conduct scientific experiments. The propulsion module will provide the spacecraft with the necessary thrust to reach the moon. The launch is a major milestone for the Indian space program. The mission is expected to provide valuable insights into the moon and its history. The mission is expected to last for one year. The success of the mission will also boost India's reputation as a leading spacefaring nation.
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