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India's ISRO has proudly shared the inaugural images of the Moon, captured by Chandrayaan 3, its third unmanned lunar expedition. A momentous stride was achieved as the spacecraft seamlessly entered lunar orbit on August 5, 2023. The official mission Twitter account aptly titled the shared images as, "The Moon's View during Lunar Orbit Insertion by Chandrayaan-3."

Smooth Progress of Ongoing Mission: Countdown to Vikram Lander's Lunar Touchdown

The current mission continues its steady advancement, with the highly anticipated pinnacle being the anticipated soft landing of the Vikram lander on the Moon's surface, scheduled for August 23. Chandrayaan 3's meticulous journey spanned 22 days to access lunar orbit post-launch. Embarking on a complex 41-day odyssey, the mission strives to reach the uncharted lunar south pole, signifying a pioneering feat in the realm of space exploration.

Flawless Maneuver and Lunar Exploration Progress: ISRO's Prized Achievement

ISRO's adept team executed a pivotal maneuver flawlessly from their Bengaluru facility, eliciting a noteworthy response from Chandrayaan 3, "I am feeling lunar gravity." This achievement propels India closer to its significant lunar exploration landmark, fostering the expansion of horizons in both space exploration and knowledge acquisition.