National Space Day is a day of the year set aside in India to commemorate Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the Moon.[1] It is celebrated on 23 August.
| National Space Day | |
|---|---|
| Official name | National Space Day |
| Observed by | India |
| Type | National |
| Significance | Commemorates Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the Moon |
| Date | 23 August |
| First time | 23 August 2024 |
On 23 August 2023, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) reached a significant milestone by successfully landing Chandrayaan-3's lander and rover on the Moon.[2] Recognizing this achievement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proclaimed August 23 as "National Space Day" in India.[3][4][5]