India’s Missile Milestone: Self Reliance or Strategic Overreach? The recent successful test of the Kusha missile system has sent ripples through the global defence community.
The Indian government's ambitious plan to create a comprehensive air defence umbrella by 2035, known as Mission Sudarshan Chakra, is seen as a key component of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a self reliant India.
However, concerns are being raised about whether such an elaborate defence strategy is commensurate with India's military needs and fiscal capabilities.