During an official visit to South Korea, India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made remarks on the country’s nuclear policy and national security strategy. Addressing the Indian community in Seoul, he reaffirmed India’s No First Use (NFU) nuclear policy and stated that India would not accept any form of nuclear pressure or blackmail. His remarks came as India continues to strengthen its defence capabilities, domestic production and global military partnerships.
Rajnath Singh said India is a responsible nuclear power and remains fully committed to the No First Use policy. He reiterated that India has consistently clarified this policy on international platforms and that it remains an important component of the country’s strategic thinking. He said India’s approach is based on restraint and peace, but should not be viewed as a sign of weakness.
He said, “India follows the No First Use policy and remains fully committed to it, but we will never accept any form of nuclear blackmail.”
Rajnath Singh also said that amid changing global security conditions, India would not yield to any form of nuclear pressure. He said some countries make the mistake of viewing India’s policy of restraint as weakness, but India remains fully alert and capable regarding its national security. He added that India’s policy is not reactive but proactive.
During the visit, the Defence Minister also referred to changes in India’s defence policy in recent years. He said India has witnessed significant changes in the defence sector and that under the current government, the country has accelerated self-reliant defence production under Aatmanirbhar Bharat in Defence. He said India is no longer dependent solely on imports and is advancing domestic production of weapons, technology and military equipment.
He also said there would be no compromise on national security and that the government remains committed to strengthening defence capabilities.
During his visit, Rajnath Singh held a high-level meeting with South Korean Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back. The two sides reached several agreements aimed at expanding cooperation in areas including defence, cyber security and military training. The agreements are intended to strengthen the strategic partnership between India and South Korea, particularly in the context of security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
