SOURCE: AFI
In a recent interview with Suno Digital, Ex-Commodore Sajid Mehmood Shehzad HI(M) of the Pakistani Navy has stated that the navy has no plans to develop its own nuclear-powered submarines capable of launching nuclear-equipped warhead missiles. According to Shehzad, the same capabilities can be achieved using conventional submarines equipped with tactical nuclear weapons.
The Pakistani Navy has long been known for its Babur cruise missiles, which can be launched from submarines. These missiles have the potential to be equipped with tactical nuclear weapons, providing the navy with a significant deterrent capability without the need for nuclear-powered submarines.
Shehzad also said that India is wasting money on the development of a Nuclear submarine fleet which they could have used for other purposes highlighting India’s Poverty, he also added that the Indian Navy cant operate far way from its Coastline since it doesn’t have a Naval bases all round so he added its Waste of Money.
Shehzad’s comments shed light on the Pakistani Navy’s strategic thinking and its approach to nuclear deterrence. By opting for conventional submarines armed with tactical nuclear weapons, the navy can maintain a credible nuclear arsenal while avoiding the complexities and costs associated with developing nuclear-powered submarines.