Pakistan ‘Panics' As India Set For ₹50,000 Military Boost; 'Tonnes Of Ammo…'
India's defence budget is set to receive a significant boost following Operation Sindoor, with a proposal for an additional ₹50,000 crore likely to be approved during the Winter session of Parliament. This extra funding will focus on weapon and ammunition procurement, technology upgrades, and R&D to further strengthen India's defence capabilities. This move comes after India's successful military response, where nine terror camps inside Pakistan were destroyed without crossing the border. The operation showcased the superiority of India's indigenous air defence systems, including the Akash, Barak-8, and Russian-made S-400 platforms.#india #defencebudget #pakistan #pmmodi #shehbazsharif #operationsindoor
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