In a poignant and emotionally charged moment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated scientists of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for their monumental achievement in the Chandrayaan-3 mission. Addressing the scientists at the ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) in Bengaluru, PM Modi’s admiration for their dedication and efforts was palpable.
The prime minister’s connection with the ISRO scientists was evident as he shared his emotions with them, “I wanted to meet you as soon as possible and salute you… salute your efforts,” he expressed. The success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission had clearly struck a chord with him, evoking strong sentiments of pride and respect.
PM Modi’s schedule reflected the importance he attached to this accomplishment. He flew directly from Athens, the capital of Greece, to Bengaluru to personally congratulate and interact with the triumphant scientists who played a pivotal role in the Chandrayaan-3 mission. His eagerness to meet the team and convey his appreciation in person underlined the significance of India’s achievements in space exploration.
Expressing his anticipation for the interaction, PM Modi had earlier posted on ‘X’, “Landed in Bengaluru. Eagerly anticipating the interaction with our remarkable ISRO scientists, who have brought immense pride to India through their remarkable achievement in the Chandrayaan-3 mission! Their unwavering commitment and boundless enthusiasm stand as the driving factors propelling our nation’s strides in the realm of space exploration.”
ISRO Chairman S Somanath, the driving force behind the mission, received PM Modi with warmth. The prime minister extended his gestures of appreciation by patting Somanath’s back and sharing a heartfelt hug, acknowledging the collaborative success of the lunar landing mission.
A group photograph featuring the triumphant team of scientists was also taken, serving as a visual testament to their collective efforts. During the meeting, S Somanath provided PM Modi with insights into ISRO’s remarkable 40-day journey to the lunar South Pole and the intricate efforts that were meticulously executed to bring the Chandrayaan-3 mission to fruition.
The culmination of the Chandrayaan-3 mission with the successful landing of the Lander Module on the lunar south pole marked an extraordinary achievement for India. This achievement held profound significance as India became the first country to successfully accomplish this feat, propelling the nation’s standing in the global space exploration arena.
The emotional resonance between Prime Minister Modi and the ISRO scientists showcased the deeply rooted sense of pride and unity that comes with such monumental achievements. As India continues its remarkable journey in space exploration, this display of appreciation and recognition will undoubtedly fuel the passion and determination of the nation’s scientists to achieve even greater heights in the future.
