ISRO Prepares for Landmark Sun Mission Launch
Dipiction Photo of Aditya -L1
TFP Bureau, New Delhi; August 29, 2023: In the wake of the triumph of the Chandrayaan mission, India’s space agency, ISRO, is on the brink of unveiling its pioneering solar odyssey, “Aditya-L1”. Expected to lift off on September 2, this mission marks a remarkable achievement in India’s space endeavors.
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, made the announcement during a public event in Mainpuri. Dr. Singh acknowledged the global excitement generated by India’s Chandrayaan mission and highlighted the escalating interest surrounding the forthcoming Sun Mission.
Dr. Singh attributed the success to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary decision to liberate India’s space sector, a move unparalleled in previous administrations. He emphasized the transformative impact of this decision, evident in ISRO’s increased financial resources, the surge in startup ventures from 4 to 150, and the heightened reputation of India’s satellite launch facility. The Minister noted India’s substantial earnings of over 260 million Euros from launching European satellites and 150 million US Dollars from American satellites.
The Minister commended Prime Minister Modi for elevating the stature of the scientific community, fostering the confidence to embark on the unprecedented solar expedition.
Dubbed “Aditya-L1”, the Sun Space Mission will deploy the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) with seven specialized payloads. The spacecraft will be positioned in a halo orbit around Lagrange point-1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system, located approximately 1.5 million kilometers from Earth. This strategic orbit will provide uninterrupted solar observations, free from eclipses, a significant advantage in solar research.
Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized that “Aditya-L1” follows the footsteps of previous Mars and Moon missions, solidifying India’s commitment to space exploration. The mission aims to comprehensively study solar energy sources, adding a new dimension to India’s space aspirations.
