Not only us, the capitals of many western countries are under the attack of Indian missiles: Pak military officer

Islamabad. A senior Pakistani defense official on Thursday claimed that India’s long-range missile development program reflects its ambitions beyond South Asia. Advisor to the National Command Authority Lieutenant General (retd) Mazhar Jameel made these comments while addressing a seminar on Pakistan’s nuclear weapons program organized by the Center for International Strategic Studies (CISS).

General Jamil, former Director General of the Strategic Plans Division, claimed, “The direction of India’s strategic forces program is not limited to Pakistan or China, which also includes missile systems with intercontinental range. Its objective is to establish India as a global nuclear power that can bring even the capitals of major Western countries within its strategic reach.”

He urged Western governments to focus on India’s military modernisation. Jamil also said Pakistan’s restraint during the conflict with India in May was “a calculated and considered decision”. He claimed that the response to any future military action would be “decisive and comprehensive”.

Which powerful long range missiles does India have?

India has developed several long-range missiles to strengthen its strategic security and nuclear deterrence. India’s focus now is on missiles capable of long range and carrying multiple warheads, which can hit remote parts of China and beyond.

Agni-5 (Agni-V)

This is the most lethal and lethal missile in India’s arsenal. Technically it is considered an intermediate-range/intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). 5,500 kilometers (official), but according to defense experts its actual capability is up to 8,000 kilometers. It covers the whole of China, including Beijing and Shanghai.

In 2024, under ‘Mission Divyastra’, India successfully tested the MIRV (Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle) technology in this missile. This means that a single Agni-5 missile can carry multiple nuclear warheads and can deliver precise strikes on different cities or targets simultaneously. It can be transported by road and being ‘canister’ launched, it can be prepared for launch in a matter of minutes.

Agni-4 (Agni-IV)

Before Agni-5, it was India’s longest range missile and even today is an important part of the Strategic Forces Command (SFC). Its range is about 4,000 kilometers. Weighing 20 tonnes, this missile is equipped with state-of-the-art avionics, ring laser gyroscope and fifth generation on-board computer. It is also fully capable of carrying nuclear weapons.

Agni-6 (Agni-VI) — in advanced stage of development

This is India’s upcoming Brahmastra, which will be a fully intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). Recently (June 2026), a large-scale alert was also seen off the Odisha coast regarding its possible test. Estimated range – between 8,000 to 12,000 kilometers. This missile will be capable of carrying more than 10 nuclear warheads simultaneously (MIRV) and changing direction in the air (MaRV). It is being designed to dodge advanced missile defense systems like America’s THAAD and Russia’s S-500.

K-Series: Submarine Launched Missiles (SLBM)

India’s ‘second strike’ capability depends on the K-series missiles. These are fired from Arihant class nuclear submarines.

K-4: Its range is 3,500 kilometers. Since it is fired from underwater, it is very difficult for the enemy to track it.

K-5 and K-6 (under construction): India is building more long-range missiles for its submarines. The K-5’s range is estimated to be 5,000 kilometers and the K-6’s range is estimated to be 6,000 to 8,000 kilometers.