ISRO Scientist N. Valarmathi, Voice of Chandrayaan-3, dies
N. Valarmathi, the renowned scientist known for her iconic voice during ISRO‘s rocket launch countdowns, has sadly passed away. This remarkable woman, whose voice resonated with millions during the Chandrayaan-3 mission launch, breathed her last at the age of 64 due to a sudden cardiac arrest in Chennai on a fateful Saturday evening.
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Valarmathi played an integral role at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre's Range Operations Programme Office, where she used to announce the countdowns for ISRO's launches. Her contributions to the space agency were invaluable, and her voice became synonymous with anticipation and excitement.
Dr. PV Venkitakrishnan, a former director at ISRO, expressed his sorrow on social media, stating, “The voice of Valarmathi Madam will not be there for the countdowns of future missions of ISRO from Sriharikota. Chandrayaan-3 was her final countdown announcement. An unexpected demise. Feel so sad. Pranams!”
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Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar also shared his condolences, saying, “Saddened to hear about the passing of N Valarmathi ji, the voice behind many @isro launch countdowns, including Chandrayaan-3. My condolences to her family and friends. Om Shanti.”
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Lok Sabha MP Arvind Dharmapuri, a colleague of Chandrasekhar in the BJP, expressed his grief, noting, “That countdown echo which pounded our hearts during #Chandrayaan-3 has muted forever! Saddened by the demise of #ISRO scientist N Valarmathi ji, who lent her voice on countdowns for rocket launches, including Chandrayaan-3 mission, being her last one, has passed away due to cardiac arrest.”
Chandrayaan-3, the mission that Valarmathi's voice-guided, marked a historic achievement for India. Launched on July 14, the mission successfully achieved a soft landing on the Moon's South Pole on August 23, making India the fourth country to accomplish this remarkable feat, following the United States, Russia, and China. Additionally, India proudly stands as the first nation to reach the Moon's South Pole.
N. Valarmathi's untimely departure has left a void in the hearts of space enthusiasts and the ISRO community. Her contributions to India's space endeavors will always be remembered, and her voice will forever echo in the memories of those who followed ISRO's incredible missions. India mourns the loss of a true space pioneer.
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