National Space Day 2024 will prove to be a big event for India. The day will celebrate the success of Indian space science and technology and know our presence related to this field. Let’s know why this day is celebrated and what the important achievements of India’s space program are.
What is National Space Day?
National Space Day is celebrated every year on 23 August. The day is dedicated to the successful mission of ISRO and the long journey of the country to space. Starting in 2016, the celebration of this day aims to make the countrymen aware of the benefits of space research and its contribution.
Successes of India’s space program
1. Chandrayaan-3: Yet another step on the moon
The Chandrayaan-3 mission brought a new feather to India’s cap by successfully landing on the moon’s surface in 2023. Under this mission, the lander and rover on the moon have done many vital scientific experiments during their journey and collected new data related to the lunar surface. This success mirrors the technological capability and commitment of India toward research in space.
2. Mangalyaan: First Successful Indian Mission to Mars
Mangalyaan is India’s first Mars mission, launched in 2013. The mission entered the orbit of Mars and pushed India into a new chapter of space science. Success in this accorded India the status of being the first Asian country to reach Mars.
3. GSLV and PSLV: India’s space rocket technology
India’s GSLV and PSLV rocket technology have further strengthened the image of India in space. With the help of these rockets, many vital satellites have been successfully launched by India, which will prove useful in areas like communication, weather forecasting, and navigation.
4. SARAS: A New Opening in the Space Sector
SARAS is an indigenous aircraft developed by Indian scientists. This aircraft can turn out to be really useful for more research and experiments in space in the near future.
National Space Day 2024 Events
There are several events organized on this special day, such as:
- Organizing a science exhibition
- Organizing public speeches and workshops
- Organizing competitions in school and college
National Space Day is celebrated in 2024 for the successful journey of India’s space travel and research and to acknowledge the efforts put into it. It’s a constant attempt toward excellence in the science and technology field. Such success is not achieved without the efforts and activity of the space scientists and engineers of this country. This day is celebrated not only for remembering our success in space explorations but also to inspire young minds in the field of science and technology.
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