Launch of Mangalyaan (MOM)
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Date
November 05, 2013
Type
National
Author
anupjishnu
Location
Sriharikota,
Andhra Pradesh,
India
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Event Details
On November 5, 2013, ISRO launched the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan). It successfully entered Mars orbit on September 24, 2014.
Achievement: India became the first nation to reach Mars on its maiden attempt and the first Asian nation to do so. The mission was also notable for its low cost ($74 million).
Legacy: It showcased India's frugal engineering and advanced space capabilities.