Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh has revealed that India will launch the Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2027. This ambitious mission aims to bring back samples of moon rocks to Earth, marking India's first attempt at a lunar sample return mission. The Chandrayaan-4 mission is set to enhance India's capabilities in space exploration and contribute significantly to lunar research.
The mission will involve at least two separate launches of the heavy-lift LVM-3 rocket, carrying five distinct components of the mission. These components will be assembled in orbit before embarking on their journey to the Moon. Minister Singh emphasized the importance of this mission in advancing India's scientific and technological prowess in space research, stating that it symbolizes a major step forward for the nation's space program.
The Chandrayaan-4 announcement comes on the heels of several other major projects, including the Gaganyaan mission, which aims to send Indian astronauts into low-Earth orbit, and the Samudrayaan mission, set to explore the deep ocean. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted the significance of these missions, underscoring their potential impact on India's economy and environmental sustainability. With new infrastructure, increased private participation, and record-breaking investments, India is poised for even greater achievements in the field of space exploration.