Strategic Forces Command
Strategic Forces🌏 India

Strategic Forces Command

"National Deterrence and Security"

Branch Overview

The Strategic Forces Command (SFC), sometimes called Strategic Command Force, forms part of India's Nuclear Command Authority (NCA). It is responsible for the management and administration of the country's tactical and strategic nuclear weapons stockpile.

Command & Organization

Chief / Commander

Vice Admiral Suraj Berry

Vice Chief

Major General AS Vasan

Key Commands / Formations

  • Nuclear Operations Command

Operational Bases

  • Wheeler Island Launch Site
  • Pokhran Test Range

Assigned Equipment & Capabilities

Operational Strength

Branch Type
Strategic Forces
Founded
4 January 2003
Headquarters
New Delhi, India
Current Commander
Vice Admiral Suraj Berry (Commander-in-Chief)
Active Personnel
15,000
Reserve Personnel
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