Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. File | Photo Credit: by way of Reuters
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif introduced the creation of the Army Rocket Force late Wednesday (August 13, 2025) at a ceremony held in Islamabad to commemorate the worst battle in many years with India in May.
The ceremony was held a day forward of Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day.
“It will be equipped with modern technology,” Mr. Sharif mentioned in an announcement from his workplace, including that the drive will show to be a milestone in strengthening the fight functionality of Pakistan’s military.
He didn’t give any additional particulars.
‘Meant for India’
A senior safety official, nonetheless, mentioned that the drive may have its personal command within the army, which shall be devoted to dealing with and deployment of missiles in any occasion of a traditional conflict.
“It is obvious that it is meant for India,” he mentioned.
The two nuclear-armed nations have saved upgrading their army capabilities within the wake of a longstanding rivalry since their independence from British rule in 1947.
The newest rigidity between the 2 international locations soared in April over the killing of 26 civilians in Kashmir, an assault New Delhi has blamed on Islamabad. Pakistan has denied involvement.
A battle then erupted in May, essentially the most critical preventing between the 2 international locations in many years, which noticed either side utilizing missiles, drones and fighter jets earlier than it ended with a ceasefire.
Islamabad acknowledges the U.S. position within the ceasefire, however India denies it, saying it was agreed instantly between the 2 militaries.
Published – August 14, 2025 12:12 pm IST
