October 16, 2025 1:30 PM
Rajnath Singh hails indigenous parachute system a “remarkable milestone” for India’s defence
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday lauded the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for developing the indigenously designed Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS), calling it a “remarkable milestone towards self-reliance. In a post on X, the Defence Minister said, “Proud moment for the nation! The indigenously developed Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) by @DRDO. India has achieved a combat free-fall jump from 32,000 ft. A remarkable milestone towards se...