ISRO chief S Somnath revealed on Wednesday that the Aditya L-1 mission, aimed at studying the Sun, is set to embark on its journey during the first week of September. Aditya-L-1 stands as India's inaugural space-based observatory dedicated to scrutinizing the Sun.
This announcement follows closely on the heels of the resounding success of the Chandrayaan mission, as ISRO continues its relentless pursuit of cosmic exploration. Aditya-L-1, a significant endeavor in its own right, will soon grace the heavens with its mission to delve into the secrets of our nearest star.
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During a press conference dedicated to Aditya L1's impending launch, ISRO's esteemed leader, S Somnath, conveyed that all preparations are proceeding according to the meticulously laid out plan. The mission is primed for liftoff, and the target date for launch remains the first week of September.
Elaborating further, Somnath explained that Aditya L-1 will be dispatched into an elliptical orbit before proceeding to the L1 point, a journey expected to span approximately 120 days. This mission represents a significant milestone for India's burgeoning space program, as it ventures into the uncharted territory of solar observation.
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Looking back to August 14, ISRO had already shared the anticipation surrounding Aditya-L1, signaling the nation's unwavering commitment to expanding its cosmic footprint. The spacecraft, assembled at the UR Rao Satellite Center (URSC) in Bengaluru, has now completed its journey to the SDSC-SHAR launch site in Sriharikota, signifying the countdown to its momentous expedition.
The remarkable achievement of successfully landing the Chandrayaan-3 lander module on the Moon's south pole this past Wednesday not only cements India's status as the fourth nation to conquer this milestone but also stands as a redemptive moment, dispelling the shadow cast by Chandrayaan-2's unfortunate crash landing four years ago, and the jubilation at the ISRO headquarters was palpable as Vikram, the lander module, navigated steadily toward its predetermined lunar resting place.
This achievement reinforces India's position as a rising star in the global space exploration arena. With the launch of Aditya L-1 on the horizon, the nation continues to push the boundaries of cosmic understanding and technological prowess.