India-US space ties deepen as NASA invites ISRO to join moon base program

The United States’ National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is actively fostering closer relationships with India's space sector through an invitation to participate in the ambitious Moon Base program. This initiative centers around constructing a long-term, inhabited research facility situated within the southern polar region of the Moon. The collaboration will focus on establishing a permanent human presence near the lunar south pole, a strategically important area for potential resource exploration. NASA intends to leverage ISRO’s expertise and technological capabilities as part of this critical endeavor. Representatives from both organizations are currently engaged in discussions regarding specific areas of cooperation and logistical arrangements for this groundbreaking project.