India vs Pakistan: How Battle-Ready Are Their Militaries?

28 April, 2025, 10:45 pm

Last modified: 28 April, 2025, 10:59 pm

India vs Pakistan: How Battle-Ready Are Their Militaries?

28 April, 2025, 10:45 pm

Last modified: 28 April, 2025, 10:59 pm

In 2019, Pakistan shot down an Indian fighter jet, causing embarrassment for India. The incident raised serious questions about the capabilities of the Indian military. Since then, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invested several hundred billion dollars to overhaul and modernize India's armed forces.

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