It is really difficult to fathom the exact risks, probabilities and consequences of incidents relating to nuclear terrorism. This study, therefore, examines the general trend of terrorism in and around the subcontinent, the geographical distribution of nuclear facilities vis-à-vis the existence of terrorist belts, motivation and operational capabilities of various terrorist/extremist groups. Thereby, the risk and vulnerabilities of the Indian nuclear infrastructure is assessed, and if a nuclear terror incident was to take place, is India prepared to face it