India Reportedly Increases Nuclear Arsenal to 190 Warheads
Summary
India’s nuclear stockpile has reportedly grown to about 190 assembled warheads, according to a new estimate by the Federation of American Scientists. The expansion comes as India develops new delivery systems such as Agni-Prime and the sea-launched K-4, while keeping its no-first-use policy unchanged.
Key Points
- A Federation of American Scientists estimate says India now has around 190 assembled nuclear weapons, about 30 more than the previous count.
- More than 160 of the warheads are linked to active delivery systems, while the rest appear reserved for future missile platforms.
- India is developing missile systems including Agni-Prime and sea-launched K-4 to strengthen its nuclear deterrence.
- Despite the stockpile increase, India says its no-first-use policy and moratorium on nuclear tests remain unchanged.
