India's lunar achievements, including the Vikram lander's moon landing and the Prgyan rover's soil analysis, spark curiosity about their names. This article delves into the origins and meanings of Chandrayaan-3's Sanskrit-named spacecraft. "Chandra" meaning "moon" and "yaan" meaning "craft" give the spacecraft its fitting name, while the Pragyan rover symbolizes "wisdom." The Vikram lander honours visionary Vikram Sarabhai, the father of India's space program. His beliefs in space's potential for economic growth, communication enhancement, and disaster management still inspire ISRO's scientists. Sarabhai's legacy lives on through the Vikram lander, embodying India's courage in space exploration.
Why Chandrayaan-3's lander is named Vikram
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