National Space Day is being celebrated today.
National space day: Scientists of India are constantly achieving new achievements in the field of space. National Space Day is being celebrated in India today. It was announced by PM Narendra Modi two years ago. This is the second time when National Space Day is being celebrated, before the last time on August 23, National Space Day was celebrated for the first time.
Why is National Space Day being celebrated?
In fact, on this day on 23 August 2023, India made a successful soft landing on the surface of the moon-3. India became the fourth country in the world to do so. Apart from this, India became the first country to reach the southern pole of the moon. PM Modi announced to celebrate this day as National Space Day.
What is the theme of National Space Day this time?
This time the theme of National Space Day is ‘Gaganyaan from Aryabhata: Anthy Confusion from Ancient Knowledge’. This time on the occasion of National Space Day, children will be informed about various special missions of India in all schools across the country. Apart from this, its main program has been held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
Why is National Space Day celebrated?
Actually, scientists of India are constantly moving forward in the field of space. It is very important to encourage the next generation to science, technology and innovation and to celebrate National Space Day with the aim of making the youth aware of India’s Space Mission. This will not only increase the curiosity towards space in children, but they will also come forward to contribute to such missions.
Time to peep into deep space: PM Modi
PM Modi announced on National Space Day that India is preparing to form a group of astronauts for future missions and urged the youth to be part of the group. PM Modi said, “We have reached Moon and Mars. Now we have to look into deep space, where many secrets are hidden for the future of humanity.
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