National Space Day
National Space Day is decided to celebrate in India on August 23 each year to mark the significant achievement of Chandrayan-3's successful landing on the Moon.
| National Space Day | |
|---|---|
| Official name | National Space Day |
| Also called | Space Day |
| Observed by | India |
| Type | National |
| Significance | Commemorate the remarkable achievement of Chandrayaan-3's landing on the Moon.[1] |
| Begins | August 23 |
| Ends | August 23 |
| Date | August 23 |
| First time | 23 August 2024 |
| Related to | National Science Day |
History
On August 23, 2023, India achieved a significant milestone as the Chandrayaan-3 successfully executed a soft landing on the moon. Recognizing this stellar achievement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proclaimed August 23rd[2]as "National Space Day"[3]in India.
References
- ^ R Krishnakumar (23 August 2023). "India scripts history, Chandrayaan-3 lands near south pole of Moon". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
- ^ "Chandrayaan-3: India To Celebrate August 23 As 'National Space Day'". Times of India. 26 August 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
- ^ Soumya Pillai (26 August 2023). "PM Modi announces August 23 as 'National Space Day', lauds Isro scientists". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 26 August 2023.