- Laureates Award was presented to ISRO for its achievements in the historic Chandrayaan-3 mission.
- Sripriya Ranganathan, Deputy Ambassador at the Indian Embassy in the US, received the award on behalf of ISRO.
- The Aviation Week Laureates Award is known for recognizing exceptional achievements within the aerospace industry.
- With a cost of a modest $75 million, this mission achieved a historic milestone by making a successful landing at the lunar South Pole.
- Chandrayaan-3 confirmed the presence of water in this region, a discovery that has profound implications for future lunar exploration and the possibility of sustaining life on the Moon.
- The recognition by Aviation Week reflects international appreciation and respect for ISRO’s contribution to space exploration.
- Earlier, the Leif Erikson Lunar Prize was given to ISRO from the Husavik Museum for its unwavering commitment and significant contribution to lunar exploration.
