India is enhancing its air defence capabilities with the "Sudarshan Chakra" project, a multi-layered architecture to counter ballistic missiles and aerial threats from China and Pakistan. Recent successful tests of its Ballistic Missile Defence system and deployment of Akash missile systems highlight these efforts.
India is developing indigenous laser weapons under Project Sudarshan Chakra to counter drone and missile threats from Pakistan and China. These directed-energy systems offer a cost-effective and sustainable solution for air defense, complementing existing missile and gun systems.
A Ukrainian drone attack on St. Petersburg, bypassing air defenses, underscores the global need for advanced air defense systems. India is developing its 'Sudarshan Chakra' project, inspired by systems like Israel's Iron Dome and the US's THAAD, to create a multi-layered shield by 2035.
China's nuclear arsenal is rapidly expanding, with estimates of 600 warheads and potentially over 1,000 by 2030. Pakistan's smaller arsenal focuses on deterring India with tactical and strategic missiles. India is developing the Sudarshan Chakra air defense system to counter both threats.
India has received its fourth S-400 air defence squadron from Russia, part of a 2018 deal for five systems. The system, crucial for long-range aerial defence, was deployed after earlier delays due to the Ukraine conflict. It played a role in 'Operation Sindoor,' reportedly downing a Pakistani aircraft.
