In recent developments regarding Chandrayaan-3, ISRO has confirmed the establishment of two-way communication between the Chandrayaan-2 orbiter and the Chandrayaan-3 lander module. This achievement marks a significant step in the mission.
Chandrayaan-3 was launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on July 14th, and now, the Chandrayaan-2 orbiter has extended its welcome to the Chandrayaan-3 lander module, reinforcing their connection. This development expands the avenues for MOX (Mission Operations Complex) to interact with the lander module.
Moreover, ISRO has unveiled that Chandrayaan-3’s lander module is anticipated to execute a soft landing on the Moon’s surface at approximately 6.04 pm on August 23rd. Viewers can catch the live telecast of this historic event starting at 5.20 pm on Wednesday, August 23rd.
ISRO expressed its enthusiasm about this momentous occasion, emphasizing that the successful soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 not only piques curiosity but also ignites a passion for exploration, particularly among the youth.