India Deploys 12 Nuclear Warheads Signaling Major Policy Shift
As reported by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India has begun deploying 12 nuclear warheads for the first time, marking a significant departure from its long-standing policy of keeping warheads and delivery systems in separate storage. This deployment, involving mating warheads with delivery systems like those on ballistic missile submarines and land-based missiles, signals heightened readiness. While India maintains its “no first use” policy, this operational readiness is intended for deterrence rather than an arms race.
John Q. Hosedrinker