Shiva Shakti' Landing Site Officially Recognized by International Astronomical Union

Space News ,India :-  India's space program has achieved a big milestone! The International Astronomical Union (IAU) has officially named the landing site of Chandrayaan-3 as 'Shiva Shakti'. This special name was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in August 2023 and is now officially recorded in the IAU's list of planetary names.

The name 'Shiva Shakti' comes from Indian stories and represents two important forces of nature: masculine (Shiva) and feminine (Shakti). This name shows how India's culture is deeply connected to its achievements in space.

On August 23, 2023, Chandrayaan-3 made history by landing softly near the Moon's south pole. This made India the first country to do so, joining the group of top explorers of the Moon.

The 'Shiva Shakti' name celebrates the mix of India's scientific skills and its rich culture. It's a very important moment for India's space program.

Chandrayaan-3's mission has big scientific goals. The chosen landing site could have valuable water ice. The mission's tools and the Pragyan rover will help scientists learn a lot about what the Moon is made of and what resources it might have.

The IAU recognizing 'Shiva Shakti' shows that India is becoming a strong space power. This official name is proof of Chandrayaan-3's success and will inspire India for more space missions in the future.