China's BIG Nuclear Missile Message To Indo-Pacific: What It Means For India's Maritime Security

China's rare submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) test from a Type 094 Jin class nuclear-powered submarine demonstrates a survivable nuclear second strike capability, with the JL-3 missile having a range exceeding 10,000 km and MIRV capability, signaling to the Indo-Pacific region that China's undersea nuclear force is operational and expanding; this development requires India to strengthen its own sea-based deterrent through the K-5 and K-6 missile programs to maintain regional strategic balance.