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Prime Minister Modi celebrates National Space Day and Chandrayaan-3 achievement

On National Space Day, Prime Minister Modi praised India's space program and highlighted the Chandrayaan-3 mission’s success near the Moon’s south pole.

During a National Space Day address, Prime Minister Modi called for larger aspirations and heightened innovation in the country's space endeavors. He lauded the Indian Space Research Organisation for successfully guiding Chandrayaan-3 to the Moon’s south pole, describing it as a historic milestone. The prime minister framed the achievement as validation of his policy to position India as a leading space power.

He extended congratulations to the scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs behind the mission, noting their role in building a confident, self-sufficient nation. Modi emphasized that the accomplishment should inspire the youth to pursue further breakthroughs in space. The message underscored the link between scientific progress and national pride.

Why it matters

The celebration underscores India's growing role in space exploration and its impact on national pride and future scientific talent.

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