Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

August 23 is observed as National Space Day in India to commemorate the historic soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon on August 23, 2023. The Vikram lander successfully landed near the lunar south polar region, making India the first country to achieve a successful landing in that region and the fourth country to accomplish a soft landing on the Moon. National Space Day celebrates India’s achievements in space science and aims to inspire students, researchers, innovators, startups, and young entrepreneurs to contribute to the country’s growing space sector. The 2026 theme focuses on innovation, collaboration, and global space leadership.