This refers to the editorial, “Congratulations, Isro!” (September 25). The Mars Orbiter Mission has testified to the technical prowess and engineering ability of the Indian Space Research Organisation. The dedicated Isro scientists have proved that even the sky is not exactly the limit for them. The country should be proud of them; their deeds are increasingly becoming part of folklore for future generations. The Mars mission is also a cost-effective one, compared to similar missions undertaken by other countries. Also, India has succeeded in its very first attempt to put the spacecraft in the Martian orbit. This makes its giant leap especially sweet.
The Mars success has also propelled countries like the US and China to look at India with new awe. Isro will now walk with a new spring in its steps. The test firing of the GSlV Mk111 is around the corner. Chandrayaan-2 and the study of the sun will further thrust the organisation to unprecedented glory. Isro richly deserves our kudos.