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Induction of the INS Arihant

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Rakesh Vanamali
from Ooty |

The recently concluded induction of INS Arihant in the Indian Naval Fleet is of immense significance to the nation. Apart from becoming part of the elite group of nations operating nuclear submarines, the real importance lies in completion of the nuclear triad. This means that, at the date of commissioning of the vessel, India will have the capability to launch nuclear weapons from sea, apart from the already possessed air and land launch capabilities.

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leon
from kolkata |

what is india trying to do ?

Rakesh Vanamali
from Ooty |

Leon - India is still grappling with nuclear technology, something which should have been mastered many years ago!

Parv - Thanks very much!