Strategic Forces Command

The Strategic Forces Command (SFC), sometimes called Strategic Nuclear Command, 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. It was created on 4 January 2003 by the Vajpayee Government. Air Marshal Teja Mohan Asthana became its first commander-in-chief.

Strategic Forces Command
Founded4 January 2003 (2003-01-04)
Country India
Branch Indian Armed Forces
TypeIntegrated tri-services command
Commanders
Commander-in-ChiefVice Admiral Suraj Berry
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