Inside details of India, Pakistan’s nuclear weapons: Who has more, and what would happen if both countries unleash their nukes, which cities are more prone to destruction
New Delhi: With the possibility of war between India and Pakistan, people in both countries have started discussing the threat of a nuclear attack and they are seeking answers on social media regarding this matter. Following the Pahalgam attack, the way India and Pakistan have begun preparations for war has raised many questions among people. People are engaging in discussions about Pakistan’s threats. What will happen if either country drops a nuclear bomb on the other? Which major cities in India and Pakistan are at the highest risk of being hit by a nuclear bomb?
The history of tension between India and Pakistan has been a long one and it has aggravated after the Pahalgam terrorist attacks.
If a war breaks out between India and Pakistan, then, according to experts, several cities in India are within the range of a nuclear attack from Pakistan. However, some cities are at a higher risk of a nuclear strike due to their geographical, military, and economic significance. According to the 2024 report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India possesses 172 nuclear weapons while Pakistan has 170, which further exacerbates this threat.
Experts believe that an attack on Delhi could be part of Pakistan’s strategy to destroy India’s command and control system. From this perspective, two cities in India, Mumbai and Bengaluru, along with Delhi, will remain targets for Pakistan. Mumbai is India’s financial capital and the most densely populated city. Its ports and financial status make it a strategic target. Bengaluru is important because it is a hub for technology and military research, which could be an attractive target for a nuclear attack. Additionally, cities like Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Kanpur, and Jaipur will also face a threat of nuclear attacks.
Meanwhile, several cities in Pakistan will be targeted by India. India could target Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Peshawar. However, not only will the cities be destroyed by a nuclear attack, but long-term problems such as radiation, food crisis, and social chaos will also arise.
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