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India's Chandrayaan-3 launch ignites social media frenzy: Proud memes and lunar pride sweep the nation

Chandrayaan-3's launch ignited social media with excitement and pride, eagerly anticipating its arrival

Reported by:  PTC News Desk  Edited by:  Annesha Barua -- July 15th 2023 01:48 PM
India's Chandrayaan-3 launch ignites social media frenzy: Proud memes and lunar pride sweep the nation

India's Chandrayaan-3 launch ignites social media frenzy: Proud memes and lunar pride sweep the nation

PTC News Desk: India's successful launch of Chandrayaan-3, the nation's third lunar exploration mission, ignited a wave of excitement and pride across social media platforms. The historic event took place at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, drawing millions of enthusiastic spectators who closely followed the rocket's ascent.

As people witnessed the countdown and the rocket's take-off through their smartphones and television screens, they expressed their jubilation by flooding social media with congratulatory messages and, of course, a plethora of hilarious memes.


The launch of Chandrayaan-3 marked a significant milestone for India's space exploration endeavors. It serves as a continuation of the previous Chandrayaan-2 mission, with the ambitious goal of achieving a soft landing on the moon's surface and deploying a rover for further exploration. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has tentatively set the target date for the lunar landing between August 23 and 24.

Chandrayaan-3 is equipped with a lander, a rover named Pragyaan, and a propulsion module, boasting a weight of approximately 3,900 kilograms. Once it reaches the lunar surface, the lander will gently touch down, paving the way for Pragyaan to commence its exploration of the moon's terrain.

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The rover's primary objective is to collect invaluable data on the composition and geology of the lunar surface, shedding light on the moon's history and evolution, which will further contribute to humanity's understanding of our celestial neighbour.


The significance of this landmark mission cannot be understated, as it propels India into an elite group of nations that have successfully landed their spacecraft on the moon. Currently, only three other countries—namely, the United States, the Soviet Union (now Russia), and China—have accomplished this extraordinary feat. India's achievement in space exploration not only underscores the nation's technological prowess but also serves as a source of inspiration for aspiring scientists and engineers.



As the news of Chandrayaan-3's successful launch spread like wildfire, social media became a hub of elation and admiration. Users from all walks of life shared proud memes and heartfelt posts, applauding the hard work and dedication of the ISRO team. Simultaneously, lighthearted jokes added an extra touch of levity, capturing the joyful spirit of the occasion.

The successful launch of Chandrayaan-3 signifies India's continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration. By venturing into the realm of lunar exploration, the nation not only enhances its scientific knowledge but also takes a step forward in unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos. With each milestone achieved, India solidifies its position in the global space community and inspires future generations to dream big and reach for the stars.

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- With inputs from agencies

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