The SIPRI report, released on Monday, highlighted the continued efforts of nuclear-armed states to modernize and expand their arsenals, despite international efforts to curb nuclear proliferation.
India, along with countries like the United States, Russia, and China, have been investing heavily in upgrading their nuclear capabilities. The report noted that India has been focusing on developing new types of nuclear delivery systems, such as the Agni-5 missile, which recently underwent its first flight test.
The report also highlighted the ongoing nuclear rivalry between India and Pakistan, both of which have been engaged in a nuclear arms race for decades. The two countries have been expanding their nuclear arsenals and developing new weapons systems in an effort to maintain a strategic balance in the region.
Experts have expressed concerns about the increasing reliance on nuclear weapons by countries around the world, warning of the potential for miscalculation and escalation in the event of a conflict. The SIPRI report called for greater transparency and dialogue among nuclear-armed states to reduce the risk of nuclear confrontation.
As tensions continue to simmer in regions like South Asia, the SIPRI report serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by the proliferation of nuclear weapons. International efforts to promote disarmament and non-proliferation will be crucial in preventing a catastrophic nuclear conflict in the future.
