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Lunar Polar Exploration Mission

expected 2028

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    Lunar Polar Exploration Mission is expected 2028. The exact day has not been announced yet.

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    The Lunar Polar Exploration Mission (LUPEX) is a planned joint lunar mission by ISRO and JAXA. The mission would send an uncrewed lunar lander and rover to explore the south pole region of the Moon no earlier than 2028. It is envisaged to explore the permanently shadowed regions and to determine the quantity and quality of water on the Moon. JAXA will provide the H3 launch vehicle, 350 kg lunar rover along with instruments and ISRO will provide the lander and few rover instruments.

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    Last verified Sep 16, 2026

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