Sriharikota, India – The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-XL), known as ISRO’s trusted workhorse, has achieved a significant milestone by successfully launching India’s inaugural solar mission, Aditya L1, from Sriharikota Range. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh hailed this achievement as India’s “sunshine moment,” underscoring the culmination of years of tireless work by Indian scientists and engineers.
Addressing ISRO scientists and engineers at the Mission Control Room following the launch, Dr. Jitendra Singh expressed his pride in India’s scientific community. He thanked Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for his visionary leadership, which has opened up new horizons for India’s space sector and encouraged exploration beyond the Earth’s limits.
Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the collaborative approach that brought this mission to fruition, with numerous science institutes across the country contributing to the endeavor. This “whole of science and the whole of nation” approach reflects India’s commitment to scientific progress and exploration.
As Aditya L1 embarks on its journey to the Sun-Earth L1 point, approximately 1.5 million km from Earth, it will continuously observe the Sun without any interruptions, providing crucial real-time data on solar activities and space weather. The mission carries seven payloads designed to study various aspects of the Sun, enhancing our understanding of phenomena like coronal heating, coronal mass ejections, and space weather dynamics.
The successful launch of Aditya L1 marks a significant step in India’s space exploration journey, contributing to our understanding of the Sun and its impact on space weather. It reflects the nation’s determination to reach new heights and make its mark in the field of space research.
