THE WALL OF DEFENCE

In the changing security landscape of South Asia, the enemy's misadventures have prompted India to deploy sophisticated equipment like the Sudarshan Chakra S-400, proving its defence might, writes Ashish Bhatia.

- writes Ashish Bhatia

Nicknamed the 'Sudarshan Chakra', the Russian S-400 Triumf surface-to-air defence missile system is deemed synonymous to the mythological weapon wielded by Lord Vishnu. The recent demonstrations against the arch enemy's “misadventures” are testimony to the S-400 redefining India's defence preparedness, especially the aerial deterrent capabilities. At a time when 'Operation Sindoor' tackles cross-border terrorism with India retaliating in a non-escalatory manner the Indian 'Tr-Services' have demonstrated high level of synergy between the forces and the machines. As India continues to modernise its military hardware and work on localised capabilities, the S-400, it must be emphasised, plays a pivotal role in ensuring control over its skies and responding assertively to escalation threats with precision and speed. The Indian army is known to have deployed the system at strategic locations across the country.

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