Science & Tech·Ministry of Defence
Military Combat Parachute System, indigenously developed by DRDO, successfully tested at 32,000 feet altitude
DRDO has successfully tested its indigenously developed Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) with a combat freefall jump from 32,000 feet.
This system, featuring NaVIC compatibility and enhanced capabilities, is the only one in Indian Armed Forces operational use above 25,000 feet, significantly boosting defence self-reliance.