USTM Offers Prayers for the Success of Chandrayan 3 Landing: Live Watching Event
9th Mile, Khanapara, Ri Bhoi, August 23, 2023: Along with the entire world, the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) joined hearts and hopes sending prayers to the Almighty and wished for the triumphant touchdown of Chandrayaan 3 today in the Moon’s surface. Hundreds of students, faculty members, and staff silently offered prayers at the Central Auditorium at the initiative of Chancellor Mahbubul Hoque. To witness and celebrate this historic spectacular event, the Department of Physics also conducted a program with the students and staff of the university at the NKC Auditorium of the university
This eagerly anticipated event was broadcast LIVE from ISRO Headquarters from 5:20 pm. Prior to the event, a workshop on “Soft Landing of Chandrayaan-2” was held at the NKC auditorium, where Dr. Nitu Borgohain demonstrated the complete journey of Chandrayaan-3. “The last 17 minutes of landing is extremely crucial when the Lander has to make many complex maneuvering for a soft landing, this phase is termed as 17 minutes of Terror”, he mentioned during his deliberation.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Mahbubul Hoque said, “India’s pursuit of space exploration reaches a remarkable milestone with the Chandrayaan-3 Mission. This achievement marks a significant step forward for Indian Science, Engineering, Technology, and Industry, symbolizing our nation’s progress in space exploration”.
The soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 is a monumental moment that not only fuels curiosity but also sparks a passion for exploration within the minds of our youth. It generates a profound sense of pride and unity as we collectively celebrate the prowess of Indian science and technology. It will contribute to fostering an environment of scientific inquiry and innovation.