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DRDO Successfully Tests Drogue Parachute For Gaganyaan

  • 20 Feb 2026

On 18th February 2026, the Defence Research and Development Organisation conducted a successful qualification-level load test of the Drogue Parachute for the Gaganyaan programme in Chandigarh, marking a key milestone in India’s human spaceflight mission.

Key Points

  • Qualification-Level Load Test: The dynamic test simulated loads higher than maximum flight conditions, demonstrating an additional safety margin in the parachute design.
  • Role in Gaganyaan Mission: The drogue parachute is a critical component of the crew module recovery system, ensuring controlled descent and safe landing during re-entry.
  • Collaborative Effort: The test was conducted in coordination with the Indian Space Research Organisation, Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment and Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory teams.
  • Indigenous Capability Demonstrated: The successful trial showcases India’s expertise in designing and manufacturing high-strength ribbon parachutes domestically.