{"id":19275,"date":"2025-07-17T07:57:41","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T07:57:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/?p=19275"},"modified":"2025-07-22T06:22:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T06:22:10","slug":"chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/","title":{"rendered":"Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em><strong>On 22 July and on Chandrayaan-2 Day, the anniversary of the Chandrayaan-2 lunar mission is celebrated<\/strong>. Initiated by ISRO, it was India&#8217;s second lunar mission, <strong>launched in 2019<\/strong>. It was one of the many milestones which focused its ambitious attempts at exploring the south polar region of the Moon, thus establishing the credibility of India in these nascent sectors of space technology and scientific research and consequently inspiring the younger generation into innovation and space exploration.<\/em><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#About_Chandrayaan-2_Launch_Anniversary\" title=\"About Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary\">About Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Chandrayaan-2_Mission_Overview\" title=\"Chandrayaan-2 Mission Overview\">Chandrayaan-2 Mission Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Key_Achievements_of_Chandrayaan-2\" title=\"Key Achievements of Chandrayaan-2\">Key Achievements of Chandrayaan-2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Challenges_Faced_During_Chandrayaan-2_Mission\" title=\"Challenges Faced During Chandrayaan-2 Mission\">Challenges Faced During Chandrayaan-2 Mission<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Legacy_and_Impact\" title=\"Legacy and Impact\">Legacy and Impact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Commemoration_of_Chandrayaan-2_Launch_Anniversary\" title=\"Commemoration of Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary\">Commemoration of Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Way_Forward\" title=\"Way Forward\">Way Forward<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#FAQs_Chandrayaan-2_Launch_Anniversary\" title=\"FAQs: Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary\">FAQs: Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#What_is_Chandrayaan-2\" title=\"What is Chandrayaan-2?\">What is Chandrayaan-2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#When_was_Chandrayaan-2_successfully_launched\" title=\"When was Chandrayaan-2 successfully launched?\">When was Chandrayaan-2 successfully launched?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Which_vehicle_launched_Chandrayaan-2\" title=\"Which vehicle launched Chandrayaan-2?\">Which vehicle launched Chandrayaan-2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Did_Chandrayaan-2_land_successfully_on_the_Moon\" title=\"Did Chandrayaan-2 land successfully on the Moon?\">Did Chandrayaan-2 land successfully on the Moon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-2-launch-anniversary\/#Was_Chandrayaan-2_a_success_or_a_failure\" title=\"Was Chandrayaan-2 a success or a failure?\">Was Chandrayaan-2 a success or a failure?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Chandrayaan-2_Launch_Anniversary\"><\/span><strong>About Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>July 22 marks the anniversary of the launch of Chandrayaan-2<\/strong>, the second lunar mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation in 2019.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre on GSLV Mk III with the aim of investigating the dark side of the south polar regions of the Moon, some of the rarely explored areas on the lunar surface.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chandrayaan-2<\/strong> was a combination of an orbiter and a lander, which had an on-board rover. The lander had failed to undertake a soft landing on the surface, but the orbiter remains fit and has been relaying highly useful data regarding the surface of the Moon, its exosphere, and mineral composition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The mission made use of the then budding space technology of the country, enhanced scientific knowledge regarding the Moon, and opened avenues for further missions like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-3\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-3\/\">Chandrayaan-3<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meaning thus, this anniversary stands as a moment to celebrate Indian achievements in space, scientific advancement, and worldwide recognition in terms of lunar studies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It serves to ignite young minds and reaffirms ISRO&#8217;s commitment toward space research and technology for the growth of the nation as well as for furthering international cooperation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chandrayaan-2_Mission_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Chandrayaan-2 Mission Overview<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chandrayaan-2 was <strong>India&#8217;s second lunar mission launched by ISRO on July 22, 2019<\/strong>, to study the Moon&#8217;s south polar region.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This mission was made up of an orbiter, a lander, and a rover. The lander was called <strong>Vikram<\/strong> and the rover was called <strong>Pragyan<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It was injected into orbit by a <strong>GSLV Mk III rocket<\/strong>, launched from <strong>Satish Dhawan Space Centre<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The lander made an unsuccessful attempt at a soft landing, but the orbiter smoothly entered lunar orbit and has since been constantly relaying large volumes of quality scientific data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It was also aimed at gaining information on lunar topography, mineralogy, and exosphere, while proving India&#8217;s prowess in space technologies and deep space exploration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/blog\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chandrayaan-2-mission-1024x575.png\" alt=\"chandrayaan 2 mission\" class=\"wp-image-19368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/blog\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chandrayaan-2-mission-1024x575.png 1024w, https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/blog\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chandrayaan-2-mission-460x258.png 460w, https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/blog\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chandrayaan-2-mission-350x196.png 350w, https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/blog\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chandrayaan-2-mission-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/blog\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chandrayaan-2-mission-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/blog\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chandrayaan-2-mission.png 1379w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em><strong>Image Courtesy &#8211; ISRO<\/strong><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Achievements_of_Chandrayaan-2\"><\/span><strong>Key Achievements of Chandrayaan-2<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The launch of Chandrayaan-2 was an outstanding moment in India&#8217;s space journey. The Vikram lander&#8217;s failed soft landing made it only a partial success, leaving the orbiter to continue functioning optimally in lunar orbit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some of the important highlights of the work performed by the orbiter that now significantly augment our knowledge of the Moon&#8217;s exosphere, topography, and makeup include the capture of high-resolution images of the Moon, detailed surface mapping, detection of water ice, and minerals from lunar soil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The mission brought to light India\u2019s expertise in deep-space navigation, complicated mission planning, and autonomous spacecraft control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With Chandrayaan-2, ISRO attained global recognition and provided valuable scientific data for research to the world scientific community.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This fostered efforts toward Chandrayaan-3 and gave impetus to India&#8217;s space research aspirations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Chandrayaan-2&#8217;s achievements continue to inspire scientific curiosity and creativity in students, researchers, and space enthusiasts nationwide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/web-stories\/chandrayaan-2\/\"><strong>Click to Watch Chandrayaan-2 Web Story<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_Faced_During_Chandrayaan-2_Mission\"><\/span><strong>Challenges Faced During Chandrayaan-2 Mission<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It faced several challenges that put India\u2019s space capability to scrutiny.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The most humiliating setback from Chandrayaan-2 was the failure of the Vikram lander to perform an exemplary soft landing over the Moon\u2019s south polar region.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A last-minute deviation prevented a final descent from proceeding well, resulting in a crash landing, perpetuating the very complexities of navigating and landing on the Moon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major concerns were technical constraints in software algorithms, velocity control, and communications loss.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Also, carrying out mission objectives in one go with indigenous elements added to the technical stress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alongside these, the mission had experienced delays at the pre-launch phase, including aborting the initial launch due to technical snag.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seeing these obstacles, the mission bearded the prowess of ISRO with a successful deployment of its orbiter and enduring scientific outputs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It thus acted as an eye-opener, feeding off critical data to fine-tune systems for future missions such as Chandrayaan-3.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These challenges highlighted the need for more rigorous testing, real-time monitoring, and flexible mission planning in space exploration and in India\u2019s climb as a new space power.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legacy_and_Impact\"><\/span><strong>Legacy and Impact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chandrayaan-2 mission was launched on July 22, 2019<\/strong>, thereby leaving a mighty legacy despite the partial failure of the lander.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The successful orbiter is still functioning, taking high-resolution images and providing invaluable data about the lunar surface, minerals, and exosphere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>India took a technological leap with this mission; it has been the ultimate demonstration of ISRO being incapable of conceptualizing and carrying out such a complex interplanetary mission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It could place India on a separate pedestal in the global arena of space exploration and proclaim India&#8217;s confidence and capability in conducting peaceful scientific exploration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chandrayaan-2 has inspired generations of scientists, engineers, trainees, and students; its general aura led to a rekindled interest in space study.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The findings from this mission have advanced global lunar research and aided the planning of subsequent missions, especially Chandrayaan-3.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This taught endurance, innovation, and how to learn from setbacks &#8211; the very basis of scientific advancement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Celebrating its launch anniversary will not only continue to honor India\u2019s scientific achievements but will reaffirm the resolve of the nation in venturing into the uncharted frontiers of space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Commemoration_of_Chandrayaan-2_Launch_Anniversary\"><\/span><strong>Commemoration of Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The 22nd of July is observed across India as the anniversary of the launch of Chandrayaan-2-a very important date in the country&#8217;s space odyssey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational institutes, scientific organizations, and laypersons interested in space may hold seminars, exhibitions, space talks, and discussions with ISRO scientists.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schools and colleges organize science quizzes, model exhibitions, and guest lectures on various subjects to inspiring the children and spread awareness about India&#8217;s lunar missions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ISRO may update the nation on active missions or put together a documentary that showcases the work that has been done with Chandrayaan-2 in lunar research.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The media and public recapitulate the successes and failures of the mission to date and celebrate the ongoing achievements of the orbiter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The event is of course marked by celebrations of achievements in technology, but more importantly, it is an honouring of the idea of scientific exploration and endless determination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This national pride boosts aspirations among the younger generation to endeavor into space sciences and research, thereby promoting India\u2019s space innovation programme.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Way_Forward\"><\/span><strong>Way Forward<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary<\/strong> offers itself as an occasion to promote space education and youth inspiration through science outreach and the heralding of ISRO\u2019s illustrious exploits. With greater public participation and backing for future lunar missions and international avenues for cooperation, Chandrayaan-2 refers to the lock andantry of innovation and assures the cementing of Indian rising status in the turn of space and technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>22 July is remembered as the <strong>anniversary of Chandrayaan-2 launch<\/strong>, representing every step India has taken into lunar exploration. Despite the challenges it faced, the mission was a statement of technology and scientific aspirations on the part of ISRO. It continues to nurture innovation, resilience, and ingenuity in space ventures, contributing to India&#8217;s growth in reputation in international space research and commitment to exploring the uncertain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Chandrayaan-2_Launch_Anniversary\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Chandrayaan-2 Launch Anniversary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1752736456125\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Chandrayaan-2\"><\/span><strong>What is Chandrayaan-2?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Chandrayaan-2 is India\u2019s second lunar mission aimed at exploring the Moon&#8217;s south pole using an orbiter, lander, and rover.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1752737331051\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_was_Chandrayaan-2_successfully_launched\"><\/span><strong>When was Chandrayaan-2 successfully launched?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Chandrayaan-2 was successfully launched by ISRO on July 22, 2019, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, India.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1752737365116\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_vehicle_launched_Chandrayaan-2\"><\/span><strong>Which vehicle launched Chandrayaan-2?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Chandrayaan-2 was launched by India\u2019s Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III) on 22 July 2019.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1752737391277\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Did_Chandrayaan-2_land_successfully_on_the_Moon\"><\/span><strong>Did Chandrayaan-2 land successfully on the Moon?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, Chandrayaan-2&#8217;s lander Vikram lost communication during descent and crash-landed, but the orbiter continues to function successfully.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1752737413893\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Was_Chandrayaan-2_a_success_or_a_failure\"><\/span><strong>Was Chandrayaan-2 a success or a failure?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Chandrayaan-2 was partially successful; its orbiter performed well, but the Vikram lander failed to make a soft landing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebecf0\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Further Reading<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/current-affairs\/10-10-2022\/chandrayaan-2-gauges-sodium-content-on-moons-surface\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/current-affairs\/10-10-2022\/chandrayaan-2-gauges-sodium-content-on-moons-surface\"><strong>Chandrayaan-2 Gauges Sodium Content on Moon\u2019s Surface<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/achievements-of-indian-space-program\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/achievements-of-indian-space-program\/\"><strong>Achievements of India\u2019s Space Program<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/india-space-missions\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/india-space-missions\/\"><strong>India\u2019s Space Missions<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebecf0\"><strong>Read this article in Hindi: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/\u091a\u0902\u0926\u094d\u0930\u092f\u093e\u0928-2-\u092a\u094d\u0930\u0915\u094d\u0937\u0947\u092a\u0923-\u0935\u0930\u094d\u0937\u0917\u093e\u0902\u0920\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/\u091a\u0902\u0926\u094d\u0930\u092f\u093e\u0928-2-\u092a\u094d\u0930\u0915\u094d\u0937\u0947\u092a\u0923-\u0935\u0930\u094d\u0937\u0917\u093e\u0902\u0920\/\">\u091a\u0902\u0926\u094d\u0930\u092f\u093e\u0928-2 \u092e\u093f\u0936\u0928 \u092a\u094d\u0930\u0915\u094d\u0937\u0947\u092a\u0923 \u0935\u0930\u094d\u0937\u0917\u093e\u0902\u0920<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On 22 July and on Chandrayaan-2 Day, the anniversary of the Chandrayaan-2 lunar mission is celebrated.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":19295,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[63],"tags":[72],"class_list":["post-19275","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-science-and-technology","tag-gs-3"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19275","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19275"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19275\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19513,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19275\/revisions\/19513"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19295"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19275"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19275"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19275"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}