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DRDO successfully tested MCPS from 32,000 feet, the only parachute system in operational use by Indian Armed Forces capable of functioning above 25,000 feet, marking a key milestone in indigenous defence innovation & self-reliance. 

• Developed by: DRDO’s Aerial Delivery Research & Development Establishment (Agra) & Defence Bioengineering & Electromedical Laboratory (Bengaluru). 
• Navigation: Integrated with NavIC; secure, interference-free operations & resilience against external jamming or denial-of-service threats. 
• Features: Lower descent rate, better steering control, accurate navigation, pre-determined landing zone, etc.