N Valarmathi, the iconic voice behind ISRO's rocket countdowns, passed away due to a heart attack.

She was a native of Tamil Nadu's Ariyalur and had a remarkable career at ISRO.

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Valarmathi's dedication and passion for space exploration propelled her through the ranks.

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Her final countdown announcement was for the highly successful Chandrayaan-3 mission.

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Dr PV Venkitakrishnan, a former ISRO director, expressed condolences on social media.

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Valarmathi's contributions to ISRO's success are celebrated by the entire space community.

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Her legacy continues to inspire generations of scientists and space enthusiasts.

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Despite her passing, Valarmathi's spirit remains a guiding star for ISRO.

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The conclusion reflects on the shadow cast by her loss on ISRO's future missions.

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