 The mission's lander is called "Vikram" () named after Vikram Sarabhai (1919–1971), who is widely regarded as the founder of the Indian space programme.The "Vikram" lander detached from the orbiter and descended to a low lunar orbit of using its liquid main engines.After checking all of its on-board systems it attempted a soft landing that would have deployed the rover, and performed scientific activities for approximately 14 Earth days.