India has set its sights on the cosmos, as the government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, unveils a bold vision for its space program. This vision includes sending an Indian astronaut to the moon by 2040 and establishing an Indian Space Station, named ‘Bharatiya Antariksha Station,’ by 2035. These ambitious goals follow India’s successful lunar mission, where it became the first country to land a spacecraft near the unexplored south pole of the moon in August. Here, we delve into the details of this groundbreaking development.
In August, India achieved a significant milestone by landing a spacecraft near the previously unexplored south pole of the moon. This achievement came just days after a similar Russian mission failed and marked India as the fourth country to achieve a soft landing on the moon. This triumph boosted India’s space ambitions and paved the way for more ambitious endeavors.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed the country’s space department to work towards sending the first Indian astronaut to the moon by the year 2040. This directive is a remarkable leap forward for India’s space exploration program and underscores the nation’s determination to be at the forefront of lunar exploration.
In a parallel endeavor, India is aiming to establish its own space station, named ‘Bharatiya Antariksha Station,’ by 2035. This space station will mark India’s entry into the elite group of countries with a permanent presence in outer space. The development of this space station is a testament to India’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration.
To achieve these ambitious goals, the Department of Space will develop a comprehensive roadmap for moon exploration. This roadmap will serve as a guiding framework for India’s lunar missions, ensuring that the nation remains on course to fulfill its lunar aspirations.
Prime Minister Modi has not only set his sights on lunar exploration but has also called upon Indian scientists to work on missions to Venus and Mars. These endeavors demonstrate India’s growing prowess in planetary exploration and its intention to play a more significant role in space science and research.
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Source: NDTV
