"Dreams, Pride And Belief...": As India's Chandrayaan-3 Heads To Moon, Sachin Tendulkar And Cricket Stars Congratulate ISRO

Friday was a momentous in Indian space research's history. Carrying the hopes and aspirations of a billion plus people, India's Chandrayaan-3 lifted off from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. If successful, the mission will make India the fourth country to achieve a controlled landing on the moon, after Russia, the United States, and China. The moon lander Vikram is perched on a Mark 3 heavy-lift launch vehicle -- dubbed the Bahubali rocket. The journey from Earth to the moon for the spacecraft is estimated to take about a month and the landing is expected on August 23. Upon landing, it will operate for one lunar day, which is approximately 14 Earth days. One day on the Moon is equal to 14 days on Earth.

The India cricket fraternity wishes ISRO on the occasion.

ISRO's payloads carry the dreams, pride and belief of 1.4 billion Indians. Chandrayaan-3 launch swells all our hearts with pride. Congratulations to all our scientists for their untiring efforts. Memorable day for all Indians. Jai Hind! #Chandrayaan3 pic.twitter.com/VAwTWXAn9y

All the very best to @isro for the launch of #Chandrayaan3. Take the high in the sky and beyond! pic.twitter.com/yCIhxf5QXF

India continues to soar to even greater heights as we successfully launch Chandrayaan-3My heartfelt congratulations to @isro and all the brilliant minds behind this great feat!Proud moment for every Indian #Chandrayaan3

Another very proud moment for our country as India takes a giant leap in lunar exploration with the successful launch of Chandrayaan-3! Congratulations to @isro and the brilliant minds behind this remarkable achievement. Jai Hind! pic.twitter.com/z6str1TVWP

July 14, 2023, will be remembered for India's advancement in space exploration! #Chandrayaan3 sets