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India Successfully Tests K-4 Nuclear-Capable Missile

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India Successfully Tests K-4 Nuclear-Capable Missile

Overview of the Test:

  • India has successfully test-fired the K-4, an indigenously developed nuclear-capable ballistic missile, from the INS Arighaat, a nuclear-powered submarine, located in the Bay of Bengal.

  • K-4 has a strike range of over 3,500 km, which enhances India's strategic deterrence and brings the country in line with other global powers possessing submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) technology.

Strategic Importance:

  • Global SLBM Capability: With the successful test of the K-4 missile, India becomes one of only six countries with SLBM technology. The countries possessing SLBM technology are:

    • United States

    • Russia

    • China

    • France

    • United Kingdom

    • India

  • Nuclear Triad: This successful test bolsters India's nuclear triad (land, air, and sea-based nuclear capabilities), which is crucial for maintaining a credible deterrence and ensuring India's strategic defense posture. It aligns with India's 'No First Use' policy on nuclear weapons, ensuring India can retaliate effectively in case of a nuclear attack.

Key Features of K-4:

  • Range: Over 3,500 km. The missile is capable of striking targets at great distances, further enhancing India's deterrence capabilities.

  • Submarine Launch: The INS Arighaat successfully demonstrated the ability to launch long-range nuclear missiles from a nuclear-powered submarine, a significant milestone for India's defense capabilities.

Future Developments:

  • K-5 SLBM: India is also working on the K-5 SLBM, which is expected to have a range exceeding 5,000 km, further increasing the nation's strategic strike options and reinforcing its indigenous defense technology.

Conclusion:

The successful test of the K-4 missile is a testament to India's growing technological expertise in the defense sector. It significantly enhances India's strategic capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region, while reinforcing its commitment to maintaining a credible and responsible nuclear deterrence.

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