Chandrayaan-3: From Sachin Tendulkar to Virender Sehwag, cricket fraternity reacts to India’s space milestone

In a significant achievement for India’s space exploration efforts, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully launched Chandrayaan-3 on 14 July. The launch is a significant milestone in India’s space programme, demonstrating the country’s commitment to advance interplanetary missions. The satellite, which consists of an indigenous propulsion module, lander and rover, aims to develop and demonstrate new technologies critical to future space exploration.

Another very proud moment for our country as India has taken a giant leap in lunar exploration with the successful launch of Chandrayaan-3! ___ Congratulations @ISRO And behind this remarkable achievement are brilliant minds. Jai Hind! pic.twitter.com/z6str1TVWP— Suresh Raina__ (@ImRaina) 14 July 2023

India marches to greater heights as we successfully launch Chandrayaan-3

my heartiest congratulations to @ISRO And all the brilliant minds behind this great achievement! ,

Proud moment for every Indian__ #Chandrayaan3– Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) 14 July 2023

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ISRO’s payloads carry the dreams, pride and faith of 1.4 billion Indians. The launch of Chandrayaan-3 is making all our hearts swell with pride. Congratulations to all our scientists for their tireless efforts. Memorable day for all Indians. Jai Hind! ,#Chandrayaan3 pic.twitter.com/VAwTWXAn9y

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) 14 July 2023

July 14, 2023 will be remembered for India’s progress in space exploration! #Chandrayaan3 Off to India’s third lunar mission. A testimony to our country’s unwavering commitment towards scientific advancement. Congratulations to the brilliant minds behind this incredible achievement._ – Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) 14 July 2023

Truly a golden moment. congratulations team @ISRO for the successful launch of #Chandrayaan3 And best wishes for the successful completion of the lunar mission. Jai Hind

pic.twitter.com/jxCOrAZmhE— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) 14 July 2023

Chandrayaan-3 was launched at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh, where the launch vehicle MK III LV3 placed the satellite in its designated orbit. This successful launch takes Chandrayaan-3 towards the Moon with an expected landing date of 23 or 24 August. One of the notable payloads on Chandrayaan-3 is the Spectro-Polarimetry for Habitable Planetary Earth (SHAPE) instrument. The instrument will make spectral and polar measurements of Earth from lunar orbit, providing valuable insights into the characteristics of our planet and paving the way for further scientific discoveries.

The successful launch of Chandrayaan-3 has drawn praise from various space enthusiasts including famous cricketers like Sachin Tendulkar, Shikhar Dhawan and Suresh Raina. The importance of space exploration transcends scientific boundaries, attracting and inspiring people from all walks of life. As Chandrayaan-3 moves ahead on its lunar mission, excitement and anticipation continues to mount. ISRO’s successful launch has triggered a flood of reactions on social media, especially Twitter. Users from all over the world have taken to the platform to express their amazement, appreciation and best wishes for the success of the mission.

The successful launch of Chandrayaan-3 reflects India’s technological advancement in space exploration and cements the country’s position as a major player in this field. This achievement highlights India’s capabilities in developing advanced technology and undertaking ambitious interplanetary missions. With the upcoming Moon landing of Chandrayaan-3, the world is eagerly awaiting the scientific discoveries and insights it will bring. This mission will deepen our understanding of the Moon and Earth, advancing humanity’s knowledge of our celestial environment.