Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh): As 'Pragyan' (the lunar rover) riding on Vikram (the lander) is counting it's final moments to make a soft-landing on the moon, people cutting across all religion held special prayers in the temple, mosques and gurudwaras for the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 lander module on the moon. India will be the third country after United States, China and erstwhile USSR to make a soft landing on the lunar surface.
In a remarkable show of unity and fervour, people from various religious backgrounds across several neighbourhoods in Delhi congregated at temples, mosques, and gurudwaras on Wednesday to offer special prayers for the triumphant landing of Chandrayaan-3's lander module on the lunar surface. The city's diverse population collectively held their breaths as they sought divine blessings for the historic mission's success.
The Sir Syed House mosque, nestled within the esteemed Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) campus, witnessed a special Namaz dedicated to Chandrayaan-3's prosperous journey. The act of worship symbolized the nation's hopes and aspirations for this pioneering space endeavour.
Shamim Rizvi, a devotee presents at the mosque, expressed, "Since the inception of the Chandrayaan-3 mission on July 14, we have been devoutly praying at the mosque for the safe and successful landing of the lander. This accomplishment would bring pride to the entire nation. Our heartfelt prayers extend towards the holistic advancement of our country. With genuine sincerity, we fervently pray for the favourable outcome of this lunar mission. Our prayers are focused on the secure landing of Chandrayaan-3, a feat that would earn our country well-deserved accolades."
Maulana Muhammad Arif, the Imam of the mosque, said, "We were offering Namaz for the success of Chandrayaan 3 moon mission. Besides, we pray for the well-being and overall progress of the country." Adding another layer of devotion, nearly 150 girl students from Al Jamiatul Islamia Islahul Banat madrassa in Mandoli dedicated hours to a special prayer session in anticipation of the Chandrayaan lander's scheduled descent.