India Celebrates its Maiden National Space Day in 2024

A Landmark Occasion for the Country's Space Program

Touching Lives while Touching the Moon

WEB India is set to celebrate its first-ever National Space Day (NSpD-2024) on August 23, 2024, under the theme "Touching Lives while Touching the Moon."

The Department of Space will lead extensive celebrations across the country, showcasing the nation's achievements and aspirations in the realm of space exploration.

The Government of India is launching a month-long campaign to promote awareness and inspire the next generation of space enthusiasts.

Historical Milestones

• India successfully launched its first satellite, Aryabhata, in 1975.
• In 2008, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) sent a spacecraft to the Moon, making India the fourth nation to do so.
• In 2014, ISRO successfully launched the Mars Orbiter Mission, India's first interplanetary mission.

Future Endeavors

India's space program has ambitious plans for the future, including:

• Developing a human spaceflight program.
• Exploring Venus and Mars.
• Harnessing space resources for the benefit of humanity.

Celebrating Innovation

The National Space Day will honor the scientists, engineers, and technicians who have dedicated their lives to advancing India's space program.

It will also serve as a platform to inspire students and young professionals to pursue careers in space exploration.

Inspiring the Future

The Government of India believes that the National Space Day will:

• Ignite passion for space exploration among the youth.
• Promote innovation and technological advancements.
• Strengthen India's position as a global leader in space.

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)