A recent study published in *Nature* reveals that water ice deposits in the Moon's permanently shadowed regions (PSRs) are far more stable than previously believed. Researchers from the Physical Research Laboratory, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), and the Institute of Remote Sensing utilized high-resolution imagery and impact modeling to analyze millions of craters in the PSRs, particularly in the lunar South Pole region. The study found that 74% of these regions remain unaffected by impacts, allowing for the preservation of water ice for billions of years under sufficiently low temperatures. This research is timely as countries, including India, prepare for manned lunar missions, with the Chandrayaan-5 mission set to launch around 2027-28 to explore these areas further. The study indicates that even with millions of impacts, the lunar South Pole retains the potential for shallow ice, making it a prime target for future exploration. The findings underscore the importance of lunar ice in supporting future human presence on the Moon.