"Unleashing Pakistan's Potential: Lessons from Chandrayaan-3's Success"

Recently India launched its LVM3(Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM 3). We congratulates our neighbor on their wonderful step toward Lunar journey.

Chandrayaan-3, the third lunar exploration mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO),comprises a lander and the Pragyan rover. Similar to its predecessor, Chandrayaan-2, it lacks an orbiter but features a propulsion module that acts as a communication relay satellite. The propulsion module carries the lander and rover configuration until reaching a 100 km lunar orbit.

Chandrayaan-3's inception follows the unfortunate landing mishap during Chandrayaan-2, where an issue in the landing guidance software resulted in the crash of the lander after entering lunar orbit. As a response, plans for another lunar mission were proposed to further advance India's lunar exploration efforts.

On 14th July 2023, at 2:35 pm IST, Chandrayaan-3 was successfully launched, with the first phase involving the spacecraft being injected into a 100 km circular polar orbit. The next phase aims for the lander and rover to touch down near the lunar south pole region on 23rd August 2023.

LVM3 M4, Chandrayaan-3 - Launch vehicle lifting off from the Second Launch Pad (SLP) of SDSC-SHAR, Sriharikota



India's successful launch of the Chandrayaan-3 mission has brought great pride and achievements to the nation. Pakistan, as a neighboring country, can draw valuable lessons from India's endeavors in space exploration. By incorporating these lessons, Pakistan can enhance its own space program and make significant advancements. You will wonder that Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), the national space agency, was established in 1961 as a Committee and was granted the status of a Commission in 1981.

Pakistan First Rocket -Rehbar-1(1962)


An American Nike-Cajun rocket. Rehbar-I was based on Nike-Cajun rockets.


SRO was previously the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR), set up by the Government of India in 1962, as envisioned by Dr. VikramA Sarabhai. ISRO was formed on August 15, 1969 and superseded INCOSPAR with an expanded role to harness space technology. DOS was set up and ISRO was brought under DOS in 1972.

Dr. Abdus Salam contribution in SUPARCO

Dr. Abdus Salam made significant contributions to SUPARCO, the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission of Pakistan. He was the founding director of SUPARCO and was responsible for laying the foundations of Pakistan's space program. He also helped to establish the Theoretical Physics Group (TPG) in the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC).

Here are some of Dr. Salam's contributions to SUPARCO:

  • He was the driving force behind the establishment of SUPARCO in 1961.
  • He helped to secure funding for SUPARCO from the Pakistani government.
  • He recruited and trained a team of scientists and engineers to work at SUPARCO.
  • He oversaw the development of SUPARCO's first satellites, which were launched in the 1960s and 1970s.
  • He helped to establish SUPARCO's international partnerships with other space agencies.

Dr. Salam's contributions to SUPARCO helped to lay the foundation for Pakistan's space program. His work helped to make Pakistan one of the first countries in the Muslim world to have a space program. He is the "scientific father" of Pakistan's space program. It is different story that how we treated with him?

Mohammad Abdus Salam

Firstly, Pakistan can learn about the importance of prioritizing investments in space research. India's long-term commitment to space research has yielded fruitful results, as evidenced by the success of Chandrayaan-3. By allocating more resources to space research, Pakistan can lay the foundation for technological advancements and scientific breakthroughs.

Secondly, Pakistan can understand the significance of international cooperation in space exploration. India has established collaborations with various countries, including Russia and the United States, to enhance its space missions. Pakistan should actively seek partnerships with other nations to leverage shared resources, exchange expertise, and foster goodwill on the global stage.

Furthermore, Pakistan can gain insights into the value of setting clear objectives for its space program. Chandrayaan-3 has a well-defined goal of landing a rover on the lunar surface, providing a clear direction for India's space exploration efforts. Similarly, Pakistan should establish specific goals that align with its national priorities, enabling focused efforts and efficient resource allocation.


Chairman's of SUPARCO 

I have added the list of Chairmans of SUPARCO. You can clearly see that after 2001 there is not a single development even a manufactring of small hobby cubesat by SUparco, ecxept PRSS-1 which is remoting satelline.Remote sensing is the process of detecting and monitoring the physical characteristics of an area by measuring its reflected and emitted radiation at a distance (typically from satellite or aircraft).

Cartoons depicting that Pak Army interfere in every institution 

Who is responsible for his havoc created! Do anybody will accep the responsility obviusly no one. Because they don't want to do hard work. They want Pakistan still remian in the dark .

All Chairman's of SUPARCO

Number

Name

Term Started

Term Ended

Alma Mater

Field(s)

Educational Background

1

Dr Abdus Salam

1961

1967

Imperial College

Theoretical Physics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

2

Air Commodore Dr Władysław Turowicz

1967

1979

Warsaw University of Technology

Aeronautical Engineering

PhD

3

Air Commodore K. M. Ahmad

1979

1980

Pakistan Air Force Academy

Flight Instructor

Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI)

4

Dr Salim Mehmud

1980

1989

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education and Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Nuclear EngineeringElectrical engineeringPhysicsMathematicsElectronics engineering

PhD

5

Dr M. Shafi Ahmad

1989

1990

University of London

Astronomy

PhD

6

Engr. Sikandar Zaman

1990

1997

University of Leeds

Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science (BS)

7

Dr Abdul Majid

1997

2001

University of Wales

Astrophysics

PhD

8

Major General Raza Hussain

2001

2010

Pakistan Army Corps of Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

Electrical Engineering

BS

9

Major General Ahmed Bilal

2010

2016

Pakistan Army Corps of Signals Engineering

Computer Engineering

Master of Science (MS)

10

Major General Qaiser Anees Khurram

2016

2018

Pakistan Army Corps of Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

Mechanical Engineering

BS

11

Major General Amer Nadeem

2018

Present

Pakistan Army Corps of Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

Aeronautical Engineering

BS

What we have done with our own space program. Our “Space Program” is mainly focused on producing the intercontinental ballistic missile etc. Is this SUPARCO core values mean?
What our heroes did ? Dr. Abdus salam and other are really sad in their graves and repentiong on this nation.

Solutions

·         Pakistan should invest in space awareness campaigns to promote interest and knowledge about space exploration among its citizens.

·         Pakistan should actively engage younger students and talented individuals in its space programs, fostering their participation and inspiring them to pursue careers in space-related fields.

·         Pakistan should avoid military interference in the development of its space programs. The head of the space program development center should be selected based on professional competence and qualifications in the respective field, ensuring a civilian-led approach.

·         There should be an open and transparent system of space development in Pakistan, allowing the public to be informed about the progress and initiatives taking place within the space sector.

·         Military interference in the country's space program is detrimental to both the nation and its space ambitions. It is important to establish a clear separation between civilian and military leadership, ensuring that the space program operates independently and without undue influence.

·         It is recommended that Pakistan consider allocating a separate budget specifically for space programs. This would enable focused funding and resource allocation to support the growth and advancement of the country's space sector.

·         There should be a proper workshop and these workshops should be free of cost so that every person can learn about space and its other things.

 

 

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