Anushka Saxena

Anushka Saxena, a staff researcher for Indo-Pacific Studies at Takshashila, breaks down India's defense budget for 2025-26. She highlights the challenges of balancing military modernization with rising pension costs. The Agni Veer scheme is discussed as a solution to mitigate these liabilities. Anushka compares India's military spending trends to those of China and Pakistan, revealing implications for regional security. Their conversation explores how strategic priorities shape India's defense posture amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics.