Chandrayaan 3 is the third lunar mission by ISRO, aiming to build on the success of its predecessors. Its budget is critical in terms of scope and execution, with financial support coming from the Indian government as well as international collaborations. ISRO's frugal engineering approach ensures efficient resource utilization while balancing technological innovation and budgetary constraints. The mission has garnered public interest and government backing, along with valuable lessons learned from past missions. Its scientific payload promises to unlock profound insights into the moon's history and evolution, while also contributing to broader planetary science.