This article pays tribute to the Pakistan Army, highlighting its unwavering dedication, operational efficiency, and remarkable achievements, despite the limited resources. It delves into the Army’s role in both combat and humanitarian missions, its low per capita military spending compared to global counterparts, and the significant sacrifices made by its soldiers. The piece also emphasizes the nation’s deep respect for the Army’s role, as a guardian of peace and security domestically as well as internationally.
In a world, where stories of conflict are becoming more rampant, the Pakistan Army is a symbol of dedication and resilience. The story of the Pakistan Army is one of exceptional commitment, and the readiness to face challenges boldly while displaying sense of responsibility that goes beyond the call of duty. This article explores the different aspects of the Pakistan Army, its performance in peace and war, the fact that it spends less per capita than other armies of the world and how it remains committed to the goal of becoming one of the best armies in the world despite all odds.
The Pakistan Army is known to be maintain high standard operational preparedness. From the towering mountain of Karakoram to the sandy desert of Thar, the Army is always on the alert ready to act in case of any aggression, calamity or distress. Whether it is the effect of a disastrous earthquake like the one in Kashmir in 2005 or floods like the ones in 2010 and 2022, the Pakistan Army has always remained at the forefront, delivering relief and rescue operations like no other. Each and every movement, each and every action and each and every deployment is carried out with a great deal of care, exhibiting Army’s professionalism.
Perhaps one of the most striking features of the Pakistan Army is that it is capable of functioning in some of the harshest terrains on the planet. The Army’s soldiers are not only expected to fight but also to help in humanitarian operations, and sometimes both at the same time. For instance, during the Zarb-e-Azb operation against militants in North Waziristan, the Army not only eliminated the menace but also helped more than a million internally displaced persons to get back to their homes and provided them basic needs. This is a clear example of the Pakistan Army’s duality of strength in professional and humanitarian undertaking.
The Pakistan Army is one of the most efficient and operationally capable armies in the world today, and yet it spends one of the lowest per capita on its military budget. The per capita expenditure on the Pakistan Army is about $21,513, which is much less than many other armies. For instance, the United States of America $409,596, the United Kingdom $314,105 and Saudi Arabia $272,805 per capita. Even among its regional neighbors, Pakistan’s expenditure is modest: India spends $42,188 per capita and Bangladesh spends $17,597. However despite these financial limitations, the Pakistan Army has been able to indigenously develop a modern nuclear missile system, advanced fighter aircraft like the JF-17 Thunder, state of the art tanks like Al-Khalid and modern drones like Shahpur II.
In addition, the Army has a very important role in counter-terrorism activities, as it has eliminated many terrorist groups and their sanctuaries in the territory of the state. This shows how much the Pakistan Army has been able to accomplish with reasonable number of resources, which in turn, speaks volumes of the efficiency and effectiveness of the Pakistan Army.
The gallantry of the Pakistan Army is not only reflected in the performance but also in the losses incurred. Many soldiers have died in the line of duty especially in the War on Terror that has claimed the lives of more than 7000 military personnel. Whether they are posted in the freezing heights of Siachen or the rugged terrains of FATA, these soldiers remain as committed as ever. The nation has to pay respect to such sacrifices and hardworking of those who are still in the line of duty.
The people of Pakistan and especially the Pakistan Army believe that the Army is favored by Allah and that it is due to this reason that the Army is so strong and successful. This belief is very much ingrained in the nation’s ethos where the Army is not merely a military institution but a protector of peace and order in Pakistan and the region. The Army’s participation in the United Nations peace-support operations, which it always places among its priorities, adds to its positive image as a global supporter of peace and stability.
In conclusion, the Pakistan Army is committed, professional and most importantly resilient. Despite the fact that it has been operating with scarce resources and under difficult conditions, it has always recorded high performance. While planning for the future of Pakistan, it is imperative to pay homage to the Army and to encourage and appreciate the work of its brave warriors. The Pakistan Army is not only a support for the nation but also a ray of light in the darkest of the times.
