In concerns of the economy, the Pakistani Army chooses to “limit” the National Day parade

The Pakistan Army has decided to “restrict” the Pakistan Day parade, which is held annually on March 23, due to the country’s economic problems.

Pakistan’s army displays its arsenal and military capabilities as part of the celebration of Pakistan Day, which honours the adoption of the 1940 Lahore Resolution.

Due to the economic situation, according to sources familiar with the happenings within the Pakistan Army, the march will take place at the Presidency rather than at Shakar Piryian Parade Field.

They further added that the decision was taken in line with the austerity drive announced by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Pakistan Army stands firmly united with the masses and will continue to work for the development of the country, the sources said.

Pakistan is facing an economic crisis and has been working for the revival of the IMF-stalled loan programme.

On Thursday, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar said that the staff-level agreement with the IMF is expected within the next two days.

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