India has successfully landed its Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft on the moon, making it only the fourth country ever to do so. This is a big deal and shows that India is becoming a strong player in space exploration, joining the United States, China, and the old Soviet Union in this achievement.
What’s special about Chandrayaan-3 is where it landed on the moon. It’s closer to the moon’s south pole than any other spacecraft has gone before. This spot is important for both science and strategy in space exploration. Scientists think there might be ice hidden in shadowy craters around the south pole. This ice could be really useful for future space missions, as it can be turned into fuel for rockets and even drinking water for astronauts.
When the spacecraft landed, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi was in South Africa for a meeting. But he watched the landing online and talked about how important it is, not only for India but for all of humanity. He said this success will help other countries with their future moon missions too.
