PoliticsTimes of India
Why India needs amphibious combat boats against Pakistan - the unique challenges of Sir Creek
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Sir Creek is a 96-km tidal estuary forming the southernmost border between India and Pakistan.
This sector is contested territory and the only area outside Jammu and Kashmir with unresolved border issues.
Amphibious combat boats are proposed to address unique operational challenges in the marshlands of Sir Creek.
India currently lacks adequate amphibious capability for rapid deployment in this region.
The article argues for military modernization to counter potential Pakistani threats in the Sir Creek area.