On 21st May 1998, a significant discussion on "Nuclear India – Peace and Development" was held at the Constitution Club, New Delhi. This event brought together a distinguished panel of experts and policymakers to deliberate on India's nuclear advancements and their implications for national security, international relations, and sustainable development.The panel featured:

• Air Cdr. Jasjit Singh, representing the National Security Council Task Force, who provided insights into India's nuclear strategy and security concerns.
• Jairam Ramesh, Senior Congress Leader, who analyzed the political and economic implications of India’s nuclear policies.
• J.N. Dixit, Former Foreign Secretary of India, who shared a diplomatic perspective on how India's nuclear stance influenced global geopolitics.
• Shekhar Gupta, Editor of Indian Express, who offered a media perspective on public discourse and strategic narratives surrounding nuclear policies.
• Yoshifumi Okamura, Counsellor at the Embassy of Japan, who highlighted Japan's stance on nuclear non-proliferation and the lessons from Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
• Dr. V. P. Kozin, Counsellor at the Embassy of Russia, who discussed Russia’s perspective on India’s nuclear developments and its role in global nuclear diplomacy.

The discussion explored India’s nuclear tests, deterrence strategy, global reactions, and the balance between military strength and peaceful development. Panelists also debated the impact of nuclear capabilities on economic growth, energy security, and diplomatic relations with neighboring countries and world powers.The event emphasized the need for a responsible nuclear policy that ensures national security while promoting regional and global stability. The discussion concluded with calls for strategic international partnerships, advancements in nuclear energy for peaceful purposes, and diplomatic efforts to maintain peace in South Asia and beyond.