Indian scientists have made a significant discovery of potential subsurface ice on the Moon, utilizing data from the Chandrayaan-2 lunar orbiter. This breakthrough, reported by The Indian Express, stems from the analysis conducted by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and the Physical Research Laboratory. They identified radar signatures consistent with buried ice in four craters located in the Moon's south polar region, which are characterized by extreme cold and never receive direct sunlight. Temperatures in these craters can plummet to approximately 25 Kelvin (-248.15 degrees Celsius), making them ideal for preserving water ice. The research was published in the journal npj Space Exploration on May 6 and could significantly influence future lunar exploration missions. The presence of water ice is critical as it can be transformed into drinking water, breathable oxygen, and rocket fuel, thereby supporting manned lunar landings. This discovery may lead to increased expeditions to the Moon's south pole. Furthermore, ISRO has been authorized to develop its Next Generation Launch Vehicles (NGLV), which will be instrumental in future lunar missions.