India’s space program is not just about rockets and satellites; it is about the dreams of a billion people touching the sky.

Analysis

In speeches and press releases issued on August 23‑24, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "India's space programme is not just about rockets and satellites; it is about the dreams of a billion people touching the sky." Multiple reputable news outlets quoted this line verbatim, confirming its authenticity.

Background

Chandrayaan‑3 successfully soft‑landed on the Moon on 23 August 2023, marking India's second lunar landing. The achievement was celebrated nationally, and Modi addressed the nation, emphasizing the symbolic and aspirational significance of India's space endeavors for its population of over 1.4 billion people.

Verdict summary

The statement accurately reflects Narendra Modi's remarks after Chandrayaan‑3’s moon landing.

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