India Demands Global Oversight of Pakistan’s Nukes

India Demands Global Oversight of Pakistan’s Nukes

Why in the News ?

During a visit to Jammu & Kashmir post-Operation Sindoor, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh raised concerns over Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal, urging its supervision by the IAEA, while lauding India’s counter-terror resolve and enhanced indigenous defence capabilities.

Concerns Over Pakistan’s Nuclear Arsenal:

• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh questioned the safety of Pakistan’s nuclear weapons amid its irresponsible behavior.
• He called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to place Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal under global supervision.

• Singh emphasized that India won’t yield to nuclear blackmail, highlighting past reckless threats by Pakistan.

India’s Counter-Terrorism Stance and Operation Sindoor

• Singh praised Operation Sindoor as the largest anti-terror campaign in Indian history.
• Stated that any attack on Indian soil is now seen as an act of war.
• Cited Pahalgam attack as evidence of terror based on religion; India responded based on justice and karma.

• Asserted the operation had sent a strong message to terror groups and their sponsors.

Push for Indigenous Defence and Talks Conditional on Terror

• Highlighted development of indigenous weapons, drones, missile systems, and logistics across LoC and LAC.
• Declared that talks with Pakistan would happen only on terrorism and PoK.
• Recalled Pakistan’s broken promises, especially those made during Vajpayee’s tenure, to stop terror.
• Appreciated the resilience of J&K citizens and reiterated commitment to national security.