In a momentous occasion at PG Govt College for Girls Sector-42 Chandigarh, the live broadcast of Chandrayaan 3's moon landing was witnessed by a distinguished audience, including Sh. Banwarilal Purohit, Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh, Sh. Dharam Pal, Adviser to Administrator, and Sh. Nitin Kumar Yadav, Home Secretary. The event marked a historic achievement for India's space exploration efforts, positioning the nation as a key player in lunar exploration.

As the live broadcast unfolded, Sh. Dharam Pal took the stage, providing an insightful presentation on the technical intricacies of the Chandrayaan Mission. He engaged with students, addressing their queries and shedding light on the significance of this mission in the realm of space exploration.

The audience, captivated by the live scenes from ISRO, erupted in cheers as Chandrayaan 3 safely executed a soft landing on the moon. The historic moment drew the attention of Sh. Narendra Modi, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, who connected via live broadcast to extend his congratulations to the scientists and the entire nation. Sh. Modi emphasized the pivotal role of science and technology in shaping India's future and expressed confidence in ISRO's ability to spearhead more ambitious space missions in the future.

Sh. Banwarilal Purohit, acknowledging the magnitude of the achievement, congratulated the entire ISRO team and the Chandrayaan 3 Mission for securing a position as the fourth country to soft land on the moon and the first to land near the South Pole. He emphasized that this success symbolizes India's emergence as a bold and self-reliant nation in the field of space exploration. The Governor commended the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, under whose guidance India is charting a course to become a global superpower.

Home Secretary, Sh. Nitin Kumar Yadav, extended his best wishes to ISRO for its future endeavors, expressing optimism that this achievement would inspire scientific inquiry among millions of students in the world's most populous country. The successful landing of Chandrayaan 3 not only marks a historic milestone in India's space exploration but also opens a new chapter in the country's scientific prowess and determination to explore the uncharted.

Thus, the live witnessing of Chandrayaan 3's moon landing by UT Chandigarh Home Secretary Nitin Yadav and other distinguished officials was a moment of immense pride and celebration. India's entry into the exclusive club of countries capable of soft landing on the moon is a testament to the nation's scientific capabilities and commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kamlesh Bhattacharya

Kamlesh Bhattacharya is a senior correspondent who covers general news on Chandigarh city. He also writes on the tourism sector, focusing on the northern region. He is fond of reading and cricket.