After the Pahalgam terror attack, India has declared a high alert along the Line of Control (LoC) in its occupied Kashmir for fear of possible action by India. Meanwhile, discussion on the military strength of the two countries has begun. Global Fire Power, an organization that evaluates the strength of the world armies around the world, has released a new ranking for 2025. India has the fourth most powerful army in the world in this ranking. While Pakistan has come down to 12th position below three places.
Pakistan worried about India’s action
The terrorist attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir has once again brought up the comparison of military strength between India and Pakistan. On Tuesday, April 22, 26 people were killed and several injured in a terrorist attack in Basaron area of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. This time the attackers targeted common tourists. Due to which resentment has spread throughout the country. The Pakistan -backed terrorist organization ‘The Resistance Front’ (TRF) has claimed responsibility for the attack. However, Pakistan has denied any of its involvement in this attack. But many claims are being made on social media in India regarding suspicious activities of Pakistani Air Force. Pakistan has declared a high alert on the Line of Control (LoC) in its occupied area. According to Indian intelligence sources, this step has been taken by India for fear of any possible retaliation. Amidst all this, an important question has arisen once again. And that is how strong Pakistan’s military power is and can it compete with India?
Ranking declines in global firepower index
According to the Global Firepower Index 2025, Pakistan’s military strength has steadily declined. Pakistan was ranked 7th in 2023. In 2024 it slipped to 9th position. Now in 2025 it has come out of the top 10 to 12th place. If we talk about India, it is the fourth most powerful army in the world. India’s defense budget has reached ₹ 6.8 lakh crore in 2025-26. Which is 9.5% higher than the previous year. Pakistan has a budget of Rs 2,281 billion, with an increase of Rs 159 billion this year.
Military Power: Numerical Comparison
Talking about the number of soldiers, India ranks second with 14.55 lakh active soldiers. While the reserve force is about 11.55 lakhs. While Pakistan has only 6.54 lakh active soldiers and only 5.5 lakh reserve forces. India has about 25.27 lakh paramilitary forces, while Pakistan has only 5 lakh paramilitary forces. India not only has more soldiers, but it is also ahead in training and technology.
Army: India ahead in tank and artillery
India have 4,201 tanks, including advanced tanks like T-90 Bhishma and Arjun. Pakistan has about 2,627 tanks, including Al-Khalid, T-80 UD and Al-Jerrar. India has 1,48,594 armored vehicles. While this number is very less in Pakistan. However, when it comes to self-purified artillery systems, Pakistan has more than India.
Air Force: India is ahead in number and quality
India has a total of 2229 aircraft. While Pakistan has 1399. India has 513 fighter jets, while Pakistan has 328. Talking about the air tank, India has 6 and Pakistan has 4. India’s Air Force includes modern fighter jets like Sukhoi, Rafael, Mirage, while Pakistan is dependent on JF-17 Thunder, F-16 and Mirage.
Navy: ‘Blue Water’ vs ‘Green Water’
India’s Navy is called ‘Blue Water Navy’, that is, the force that can work in any corner of the ocean. India have two aircraft carriers (INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant). India’s Navy with 293 ships is much larger and more advanced than Pakistan. India have 18 submarines, while Pakistan have 8. Pakistan does not have any aircraft carrier and its Navy is called ‘Green Water Navy’, which can only work in its maritime field.
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What is the place of Pakistan in nuclear power?
It is estimated that Pakistan has more than 150 nuclear weapons. While India also has a strong nuclear armor. Although the policy of the two countries is based on ‘not using first’, this aspect puts them in the category of nuclear powers. Therefore, the conclusion is that Pakistan’s military power cannot be ignored, especially given its role in terrorist networks and border actions. But India is much stronger, more organized and more modern in terms of traditional military capabilities, budget and strategic access.
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