Key Highlights
- Chandrayaan-3 landing on the moon is scheduled for today
- India will be the fourth nation to accomplish this
- The launch will be broadcast live by ISRO and start at 5.20 IST
Chandrayaan-3 moon landing is scheduled for today (August 23). Given the recent setback of Russia’s Luna-25 mission, the significance of this endeavor has grown even greater. Anticipation is building across the nation and beyond, as viewers are set to engage to witness the momentous descent. The progress of Chandrayaan-3 will be broadcasted in real-time across social media platforms and television channels. India’s achievement becomes even more remarkable as it is poised to become the pioneer in lunar south pole landings. As Chandrayaan-3 prepares for a successful soft landing on the moon, here’s a comprehensive overview of the mission’s key details: Also Read | First Glimpse: Chandrayaan-3’s Awe-Inspiring Moon Snapshot Takes The Spotlight
Chandrayaan-3 Moon Landing Schedule: Date And India Time
- Date: August 23
- Time: 06:04 pm (IST)
ISRO’s Statement On Chandrayaan-3’s Mission
ISRO highlighted, “India’s pursuit of space exploration reaches a remarkable milestone with the impending Chandrayaan-3 Mission, poised to achieve a soft landing on the lunar surface.”
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Chandrayaan-3’s Moon Landing: How To Watch It Live
To be part of this historic moment, you have multiple options for live viewing. Tune in to the embedded YouTube video below or access ISRO’s official website, YouTube channel, and Facebook. The live stream will start at 5:27 PM (IST), which is 30 minutes before the actual landing time of 6.04 IST.
Stay connected with ISRO’s social media channels for real-time updates on the mission’s progress. Also, you can catch the momentous event by tuning in to the live-streamed launch of Chandrayaan 3 on the National Geographic Channel and Disney+ Hotstar. For those who prefer traditional TV viewing, the live landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the moon can be witnessed on DD National and various other news channels.
Chandrayaan-3’s Journey So Far
Launched on July 14, Chandrayaan-3 embarked on its mission from the Second Launch Pad, SDSC-SHAR, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, India. This third lunar expedition by India aims to successfully deploy the Vikram lander and Pragyaan rover on the lunar surface. The plan is to operate them for approximately one lunar day, equivalent to 14 Earth days.
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