National Space Day is a day of the year set aside in India to commemorate Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the Moon.[1] It is celebrated on 23 August.
National Space Day | |
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Official name | National Space Day |
Observed by | India |
Type | National |
Significance | Commemorates Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the Moon |
Date | 23 August |
First time | 23 August 2024 |
On 23 August 2023, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) reached a significant milestone by successfully landing Chandrayaan-3's lander and rover on the Moon.[2] Recognizing this achievement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proclaimed August 23 as "National Space Day" in India.[3][4][5]