Not necessarily true. If its Pakistan that attacked New Delhi, than its a regional issue that both US, Russia and China will try to resolve peacefully.
If its China that attcked New Delhi with nukes. Than Russia or the US will decimate Beijing. We are talking about full scale WWIII here. India's weapons are not reliable enough to hit Beijing as of now. Maybe in 3-5 years but its not ready yet.
Hi there, I read your post but would like to mention that i do not agree with the last part. Indian military sets high standards for weapons in terms of quality and technology which should be met if a weapon system is to be inducted. Also note that in case of a war there are several important targets apart from the capital city of that country.
Here are facts about some of India's ready and reliable weapons for a counter military strike on china incase a war breaks out:
Agni-2 missile, having a range of 2000-2500 kms, is capable of striking the western, southern and central parts of china. It has been already been inducted.
Agni-3, having a range of 3000-5500 kms, can reach most major chinese cities including BEIJING and SHANGHAI. Its cep lies in the range of 40m which makes it the most accurate missile in the world in its range class. It is being inducted.
Brahmos cruise missile, having a range 290 kms and very high accuracy, can be used to destroy military infrastructure inside chinese territory upto 290 kms.
It can be used to create a logistical nightmare for the enemy. There is no defence against this missile owing to its supersonic speed.
Anti-ship and LACM versions already inducted. Air launched version pending. New versions with advanced features being tested.
Akash SAMs, having a range of 25-30 kms, is meant for air defence.
It has thrust for its entire flight range making it highly accurate.
SU-30 MKI, India's famed Russian origin fighter and probably the most superior jet in Asia, has a range of 3000 kms and with an option to increase it to 8000 kms with in-flight air refuelling, can be used for strikes inside china. All the above mentioned weapons/fighter jet are READY AND VERY RELIABLE. This info is about weapons which i consider of prime importance for credible deterrence against china.