MUMBAI, India, May 1 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202611027076 A) filed by K. R. Mangalam University, Gurugram, Haryana, on March 8, for 'a multifunctional transformable anti-theft handbag with modular strap and adaptive internal structure.'

Inventor(s) include Ritika Panchal; Indrajeet Kumar; and Ghulam Murtaza Nayeem.

The application for the patent was published on May 1, under issue no. 18/2026.

According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The invention relates to a multifunctional transformable anti-theft handbag integrating a concealed locking mechanism, transformable expansion panels, a modular strap assembly, and an adaptive internal compartment system. The bag selectively expands or contracts for multi-occasion use, remains secured through hidden actuation-based locking, and improves organization and ergonomics through load-responsive internal partitions and support. The integrated design enhances theft resistance, reduces sagging, improves user comfort, and maintains premium aesthetics for urban, professional, and travel applications."

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