National Space Day 2025: National Space Day is being celebrated across the country today. Special programs are being organized in many institutions. This is the second time the country is celebrating this day; before this, National Space Day was celebrated for the first time in 2024. This day commemorates the success of ISRO and generates a sense of national pride in scientific development. It also reflects the pledge to build India's space power. Being a student, you should be aware of the importance and history of this day.
Let's know why National Space Day is celebrated. When did it start? And what is the significance of this day?
National Space Day 2025: Why is this day celebrated?
India had a successful soft landing of Chandrayaan-3 on 23 August 2023. It was a glorious journey for India, after which India made a unique identity in the field of space research. To honor this journey, 23 August is celebrated as National Space Day. India is the first country to reach the South Pole of the Moon. It also reflects India's dedication to space science, technology, and innovation.
National Space Day 2025: What was the theme of the first National Space Day?
The first National Space Day was celebrated on 23 August 2024. Whose theme was "Touching the Moon and Touching Life: India's Inner Story." This theme underlines the human life of space research.
National Space Day Theme 2025: What is the theme this time?
This time, the second National Space Day will be celebrated at the India Pavilion in New Delhi, and it will also be celebrated in schools across the state, including Uttar Pradesh. Its theme is 'Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Infinite Possibilities from Ancient Knowledge'.
National Space Day 2025: What is its objective?
The objective of National Space Day is to honor the success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission as well as to instill enthusiasm for science, technology, and innovation in the younger generation, highlight India's space strengths, and connect children with space science.
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