SIPRI report is outdated : India now fully capable of hitting all parts of China
A report by Sweden-based think-tank Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) stated that India appeared to be expanding its nuclear arsenal and developing new types of nuclear delivery systems.
Well the above is quite outdated. India is not merely appearing but is fully capable of hitting all parts of China. Unlike the Americans, India will not flinch if China dares to attack. SIPRI should also know that Pakistan can no longer be compared with India. Any comparison will be akin to comparing North Korea with the USA.
India has bolstered its nuclear capabilities, by developing longer-range weapons, This strategic shift is driven by India’s quest to be fully capable in all strategic matters at the International level and to prevent China from escalating tensions and threats.
While according to the SIPRI report, India and Pakistan appeared to be expanding their nuclear arsenals and developing new types of nuclear delivery systems. Its quite outdated. SIPRI must grow up and stop comparing India with Pakistan
In the SIPRI Yearbook 2023 released on Monday, the think-tank pointed out that India appears to be placing growing emphasis on longer-range weapons, including those capable of reaching targets across China. Well SIPRI should know that India has long surpassed this stage as being envisaged.
“While Pakistan remains the main focus of India’s nuclear deterrent, India appears to be placing growing emphasis on longer-range weapons, including those capable of reaching targets across China,” the report stated. Pakistan is no more the focus of Indian nuclear deterrence but it is China or any other Country which feels like threatening India in any way.
The rapidly increasing geo-political tension in the Indo-Pacific region, marked by China’s assertive behaviour and rapid military modernisation, has compelled India to increase its strategic priorities.
India’s focus on longer-range nuclear weapons has bolstered its deterrence capabilities against China. India’s pursuit of longer-range nuclear weapons involves advancements in missile technology and infrastructure.
The Defence Ministry’s ongoing enhancement of Agni series ballistic missiles, such as Agni-V with a range of nearly 8,000 kilometers, demonstrates its commitment to extending its strike capabilities.
Additionally, India’s investments in advanced missile defence systems aim to protect its assets and counter potential threats, enhancing its overall nuclear deterrent.
Meanwhile, the SIPRI report estimated that China’s nuclear arsenal had increased from 350 warheads in January 2022 to 410 in January 2023, and that it was “expected to keep growing”. The report also speculated that India currently has just 164 nuclear warheads.
