India successfully launches rocket in historic mission to the moon
India successfully launches rocket in historic mission to the moon

The Indian Space Research Organization announced it had successfully launched the Chandrayaan-3 rocket into orbit on Friday, July 14th.

The launch, which took place in Sriharikota, is India’s latest attempt to achieve a soft landing on the moon.

The vessel was equipped with a lander, a rover and a propulsion module, according to news reports.

The video shows the moment the Chandrayaan-3 lifted off successfully as the cheers of spectators could be heard.

Credit: Indian Space Research Organisation via Storyful