Ketiz Singh

Hey guys! Guess what? Yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of the moon landing by Neil Armstrong. How cool is that? Today, ISRO is launching Chandrayaan-2 to the moon to search for water. Can you believe it? Water on the moon!

You might be wondering, “How is that even possible?” Well, let me tell you a little secret. Scientists believe that even though the moon’s surface can get super hot and super cold, there are some shadowy areas in the craters that never receive sunlight. In these shadows, the temperature stays below 0°C, which means water might exist there in the form of ice.

Back in 2008, Chandrayaan-1 confirmed this by detecting water molecules on the moon. And now, Chandrayaan-2 is taking it a step further by landing a rover on the moon’s South Pole. Imagine that – a rover actually roaming around on the moon, how cool is that?

If this mission is successful, it could mean big things for future space exploration. Not only could we learn more about the moon’s history and formation, but we could also find a valuable resource for future astronauts – water. Water is essential for life, for growing crops, and even for rocket fuel. It could make establishing a permanent colony on the moon a lot easier and more affordable.

And let’s not forget about India’s own Gaganyaan mission planned for 2021. By sending humans to the moon, India is making huge strides in space exploration while keeping costs relatively low. ISRO’s missions are not just important for India, but for the entire world’s space exploration efforts.

So, keep an eye on Chandrayaan-2 and all the amazing discoveries it might bring. Who knows what wonders we’ll uncover on the moon next? Stay curious, dream big, and who knows – maybe one day you’ll be the next astronaut landing on the moon!