Notable ISRO Missions
Explore India's magnificent strides in space exploration across lunar, planetary, earth observation, and solar studies.
Chandrayaan-3 (2023)
- Successfully achieved the first-ever soft landing near the lunar south pole in August 2023.
- Included a lander and rover; marked India's second robotic Moon landing.
- Continues lunar exploration via instruments PEN and RAMBHA to study soil and environment.
Mangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission - 2013)
- India's inaugural interplanetary mission launched in November 2013.
- Made India first nation to reach Mars orbit in maiden attempt.
- Mission cost was approximately $74 million—one of the most cost-effective Mars missions.
- Studied Martian surface features, morphology, and atmosphere for nearly six years.
Chandrayaan-1 (2008)
- First lunar probe sent by ISRO in October 2008.
- Discovered water molecules on the Moon—groundbreaking discovery.
- Carried 11 instruments, including NASA and ESA payloads.
Aditya-L1 (2023)
- India's first mission to study the Sun from Lagrange Point 1 (L1).
- Launched in September 2023, focusing on solar corona, solar wind, and space weather.
- Helps in understanding solar activity's impact on Earth's environment and climate.
AstroSat (2015)
- India's first multi-wavelength astronomy satellite launched in September 2015.
- Observes in optical, ultraviolet, and X-ray spectra.
- Serves international astronomy community with high-quality data.
NISAR (NASA-ISRO SAR Mission - Planned 2025)
- Jointly developed with NASA to monitor Earth's surface changes.
- Uses dual-frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (S-band and L-band).
- Purpose: Analyze ecosystems, ice mass changes, natural hazards, and infrastructure.
