Mission Mars

After Moon, it is now Mars.

With the launch of its fi rst interplanetary spacecraft

on November 5, 2013.

Indian Space Research Organization has demonstrated,

Not only its capabilities of carrying such a venture at a low cost

But also its priorities for interplanetary missions.

Mars orbiter spacecraft is scheduled to reach to Mars’ orbit in September 2014.

Though, the eventual success of such missions

May ultimately be measured by their contributions

To the domain knowledge of space science.

They do add to the pride

And the confi dence of a developing nation.

Bal Krishna, Editor

bal@mycoordinates.org