{"id":46975,"date":"2026-02-23T20:42:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T15:12:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=46975"},"modified":"2026-02-23T20:42:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T15:12:11","slug":"gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/","title":{"rendered":"Gaganyaan High-Speed Drogue Parachute Test 2026 \u2013 DRDO Boosts India\u2019s Human Space Mission"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Gaganyaan_high-speed_drogue_parachute_test_2026_marks_a_major_milestone_as_DRDO_successfully_validates_crew_module_safety_systems_for_Indias_first_human_spaceflight_mission_led_by_ISRO\" >Gaganyaan high-speed drogue parachute test 2026 marks a major milestone as DRDO successfully validates crew module safety systems for India\u2019s first human spaceflight mission led by ISRO.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Indias_Space_Ambition_Soars_DRDO_Successfully_Tests_High-Speed_Drogue_Parachute_for_Gaganyaan_Mission\" >India\u2019s Space Ambition Soars: DRDO Successfully Tests High-Speed Drogue Parachute for Gaganyaan Mission<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#What_is_the_High-Speed_Drogue_Parachute_Test\" >What is the High-Speed Drogue Parachute Test?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Technical_Highlights_of_the_Test\" >Technical Highlights of the Test<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#DRDO_and_ISRO_Collaboration_in_Gaganyaan\" >DRDO and ISRO Collaboration in Gaganyaan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Strengthening_Indias_Space_Capabilities\" >Strengthening India\u2019s Space Capabilities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Why_This_News_is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\" >Why This News is Important for Competitive Exams<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#A_Milestone_in_Indias_Human_Spaceflight_Endeavor\" >A Milestone in India\u2019s Human Spaceflight Endeavor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Integration_of_Scientific_Collaboration_and_Skill_Development\" >Integration of Scientific Collaboration and Skill Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Alignment_with_National_Priorities\" >Alignment with National Priorities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Historical_Context_Gaganyaan_Program_and_Parachute_Systems\" >Historical Context: Gaganyaan Program and Parachute Systems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CGaganyaans_High-Speed_Drogue_Parachute_Test%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cGaganyaan\u2019s High-Speed Drogue Parachute Test\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#1_What_is_the_Gaganyaan_Mission\" >1. What is the Gaganyaan Mission?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#2_What_is_a_drogue_parachute_and_why_is_it_important\" >2. What is a drogue parachute and why is it important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#3_Which_organization_conducted_the_high-speed_drogue_parachute_test\" >3. Which organization conducted the high-speed drogue parachute test?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#4_What_is_the_purpose_of_the_qualification_load_test\" >4. What is the purpose of the qualification load test?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#5_How_does_this_development_help_Indias_space_ambitions\" >5. How does this development help India\u2019s space ambitions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#6_Where_will_the_Gaganyaan_crew_module_land\" >6. Where will the Gaganyaan crew module land?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#7_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_exams\" >7. Why is this news important for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gaganyaan-high-speed-drogue-parachute-test\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gaganyaan_high-speed_drogue_parachute_test_2026_marks_a_major_milestone_as_DRDO_successfully_validates_crew_module_safety_systems_for_Indias_first_human_spaceflight_mission_led_by_ISRO\"><\/span>Gaganyaan high-speed drogue parachute test 2026 marks a major milestone as DRDO successfully validates crew module safety systems for India\u2019s first human spaceflight mission led by ISRO.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Space_Ambition_Soars_DRDO_Successfully_Tests_High-Speed_Drogue_Parachute_for_Gaganyaan_Mission\"><\/span><strong>India\u2019s Space Ambition Soars: DRDO Successfully Tests High-Speed Drogue Parachute for Gaganyaan Mission<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s human spaceflight programme, <strong>Gaganyaan<\/strong>, took a major leap forward as the <strong>Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)<\/strong> conducted a successful <strong>qualification load test<\/strong> of the high-speed <strong>drogue parachute<\/strong> at the <em>Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS)<\/em> facility in Chandigarh on <strong>18 February 2026<\/strong>. This test marks a crucial milestone in ensuring astronaut safety during re-entry, and strengthens the nation\u2019s <strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong> vision in advanced space systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_High-Speed_Drogue_Parachute_Test\"><\/span><strong>What is the High-Speed Drogue Parachute Test?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The drogue parachute is a <strong>specialised high-strength ribbon parachute<\/strong> designed to stabilize and slow the Gaganyaan crew module during the early descent phase of atmospheric re-entry. The purpose of the test was to validate the parachute\u2019s design under <strong>qualification-level dynamic loads<\/strong> that simulate extreme flight conditions. Conducted at the <em>Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL)<\/em> in Chandigarh, the test utilized the <strong>RTRS facility<\/strong>, which is equipped to simulate high-speed aerodynamic conditions on sled-mounted tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technical_Highlights_of_the_Test\"><\/span><strong>Technical Highlights of the Test<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the trial, the parachute was subjected to forces beyond what it would encounter during a real mission, proving its structural integrity and performance under stress. The high-strength <strong>ribbon-type design<\/strong> ensures controlled airflow and high tensile strength, enabling stabilization of the crew module before main parachutes are deployed. This test strengthens confidence in the parachute\u2019s ability to function reliably under severe load conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DRDO_and_ISRO_Collaboration_in_Gaganyaan\"><\/span><strong>DRDO and ISRO Collaboration in Gaganyaan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The test represents the deep collaboration between DRDO and the <strong>Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)<\/strong>. While DRDO conducted the test at its specialized facility, ISRO supports the mission with overall spacecraft design and trajectory planning. The parachute system is integral to the <strong>Crew Module\u2019s deceleration system<\/strong>, which plays a pivotal role in astronaut safety during descent and splashdown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Indias_Space_Capabilities\"><\/span><strong>Strengthening India\u2019s Space Capabilities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This successful qualification test not only brings the Gaganyaan mission closer to launch readiness but also showcases India\u2019s growing <strong>indigenous aerospace capabilities<\/strong>. The mission is a symbol of national pride and scientific progress, reflecting technological self-reliance in high-precision systems required for human spaceflight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"Gaganyaan-High-Speed-Drogue-Parachute-Test\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Gaganyaan High-Speed Drogue Parachute Test\" style=\"width:528px;height:auto\" title=\"Gaganyaan High-Speed Drogue Parachute Test\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gaganyaan High-Speed Drogue Parachute Test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span><strong>Why This News is Important for Competitive Exams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Milestone_in_Indias_Human_Spaceflight_Endeavor\"><\/span><strong>A Milestone in India\u2019s Human Spaceflight Endeavor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The successful high-speed drogue parachute test is a <strong>critical milestone for the Gaganyaan mission<\/strong>, India\u2019s first human spaceflight programme. This test strengthens the safety and reliability of the parachute-based deceleration system \u2014 a crucial subsystem designed to ensure the safe return of astronauts from space. For aspirants preparing for exams like UPSC, SSC, banking, railways, or defence services, understanding such technological and scientific achievements is essential because modern syllabus frameworks increasingly integrate <strong>Science &amp; Technology<\/strong> topics with national relevance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Integration_of_Scientific_Collaboration_and_Skill_Development\"><\/span><strong>Integration of Scientific Collaboration and Skill Development<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This event highlights the <strong>inter-agency collaboration<\/strong> between DRDO and ISRO \u2014 two premier scientific organisations in India. It reflects the country\u2019s commitment to promote <strong>indigenous technology development<\/strong> and reduce dependency on foreign technology in strategic sectors like space exploration. Questions related to such collaborative initiatives, technological validation, and mission readiness often appear in general studies sections of government exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alignment_with_National_Priorities\"><\/span><strong>Alignment with National Priorities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the importance of <strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong> in science and technology\u2014especially in space research\u2014is beneficial for structured answers in exams. India\u2019s progress in human spaceflight not only strengthens its technological prestige internationally but also contributes to inspiring the youth towards careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Gaganyaan_Program_and_Parachute_Systems\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: Gaganyaan Program and Parachute Systems<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Gaganyaan mission<\/strong> was formally announced by the Government of India as an ambitious project to send Indian astronauts (Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, ISRO) into low-Earth orbit. It includes multiple test campaigns of the parachute-based deceleration and recovery system \u2014 a sequence involving drogue, pilot, and main parachutes, each playing a vital role in safe descent velocity reduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2025, ISRO successfully completed a series of drogue parachute deployment qualification tests at the <em>Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS)<\/em> facility in Chandigarh, confirming the parachutes\u2019 reliability under varying conditions. These tests were followed by integrated air-drop tests earlier, where a simulated crew module demonstrated the sequential deployment of parachutes from high altitudes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The parachute system uses a <strong>ribbon-type high-strength design<\/strong> and undergoes extensive load and dynamic evaluations to ensure astronaut safety. The collaboration between ISRO and DRDO ensures that the parachute system meets both aerospace and defence quality standards \u2014 underscoring India\u2019s multidisciplinary technological growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CGaganyaans_High-Speed_Drogue_Parachute_Test%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cGaganyaan\u2019s High-Speed Drogue Parachute Test\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S.No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway for Exam Aspirants<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>DRDO successfully conducted the qualification load test of Gaganyaan\u2019s drogue parachute on 18 Feb 2026 at the RTRS facility in Chandigarh.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The drogue parachute is a high-strength ribbon design that stabilizes and slows the crew module during descent before main parachute deployment.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The test simulated extreme aerodynamic loads beyond expected flight conditions to validate parachute performance and reliability.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>DRDO and ISRO collaborated on the test, reflecting strong inter-agency cooperation in India\u2019s space program.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>This milestone strengthens India\u2019s capabilities in human spaceflight and supports the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative in advanced aerospace technologies.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gaganyaan High-Speed Drogue Parachute Test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Gaganyaan_Mission\"><\/span>1. What is the Gaganyaan Mission?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Gaganyaan mission is India\u2019s first human spaceflight programme, led by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It aims to send Indian astronauts (Gagannauts) into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) for a short-duration mission and safely bring them back to Earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_a_drogue_parachute_and_why_is_it_important\"><\/span>2. What is a drogue parachute and why is it important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A drogue parachute is a small, high-strength parachute deployed during the initial phase of descent to stabilize and slow down the crew module before the main parachutes open. It ensures controlled deceleration and proper orientation of the spacecraft during atmospheric re-entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_organization_conducted_the_high-speed_drogue_parachute_test\"><\/span>3. Which organization conducted the high-speed drogue parachute test?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The test was conducted by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) at its Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS) facility in Chandigarh, in coordination with ISRO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_purpose_of_the_qualification_load_test\"><\/span>4. What is the purpose of the qualification load test?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The qualification load test simulates extreme aerodynamic and dynamic conditions to verify that the parachute can withstand forces greater than those expected during an actual mission. This ensures reliability and astronaut safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_does_this_development_help_Indias_space_ambitions\"><\/span>5. How does this development help India\u2019s space ambitions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The successful test strengthens India\u2019s human spaceflight capability and demonstrates indigenous technological advancement under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Where_will_the_Gaganyaan_crew_module_land\"><\/span>6. Where will the Gaganyaan crew module land?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crew module is expected to splash down in the Arabian Sea or Bay of Bengal after re-entry, where recovery teams will retrieve it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>7. 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