Bhubaneswar: Amid excitement across the country regarding Chandrayaan-3, it has been reported that several essential components for the lunar mission were manufactured at the Central Tool Room & Training Centre (CTTC) in Bhubaneswar.

The manufacturing process, which costed approximately Rs 12 crore, involved the production of valves, internal navigation systems, temperature sensors, aerospace components, gyroscopes, RGPD components, and various other crucial parts.

Over the course of two years, more than 150 technicians at the CTTC training center have dedicated their efforts to fabricating these vital components for Chandrayaan-3. The facility has played a pivotal role in meeting the project's requirements, showcasing its expertise in manufacturing advanced aerospace technology.

L Rajasekhar, the General Manager of CTTC, expressed his enthusiasm about the achievements, stating, "CTTC has manufactured numerous critical components for Chandrayaan-3. To date, we have supplied over 17,000 components to ISRO. We eagerly anticipate the success of Chandrayaan-3, and tomorrow will be a momentous day for CTTC Bhubaneswar."

Notably, CTTC's collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) extends beyond the Chandrayaan-3 project. For more than 23 years, CTTC has been working in close coordination with ISRO, demonstrating their commitment to contributing to the advancement of India's space exploration endeavors.

Moreover, reports suggest that CTTC Bhubaneswar is also actively engaged in the manufacturing of crucial components for Gaganyaan, the country's ambitious manned mission, which is slated for launch either by the end of 2023 or in 2024.