A shocking study from 2019 has once again caught attention in 2025. Researchers from the University of Colorado and Rutgers University warned that a nuclear war between India and Pakistan could cause global famine and climate disruption.
After the recent Pahalgam terror attack (April 22, 2025), tensions have increased. The study predicted such a conflict could occur by 2025, and the risks are now higher than ever.
Key Points:
- Over 100 million people could die in a nuclear war.
- Black smoke from explosions could block sunlight for years.
- Global temperature could drop by 5°C.
- Crops would fail, leading to worldwide food shortage.
- The effects could last for 10 years or more.
India & Pakistan’s Nuclear Power
By 2025, the study estimated:
- India may have up to 500 nuclear warheads.
- Pakistan could significantly increase its arsenal too.
Both nations are nuclear-armed and share a tense border. This makes South Asia one of the most dangerous regions for potential nuclear conflict.
Global Action Needed
The study supports the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (2017). Although India and Pakistan haven’t signed it, experts urge all countries to push for peace and disarmament.
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