March 12, 2026 8:39:47 PM
On August 13, 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the formation of the Army Rocket Force Command (ARFC) to bolster Pakistan's conventional military capabilities. Unveiled during Independence Day celebrations, this new force is designed to manage advanced missile operations, with capabilities to strike enemy targets from any direction.
Key details regarding the Army Rocket Force Command include:
- Strategic Purpose: The force aims to strengthen conventional warfare capabilities, particularly in response to regional tensions following the 2025 India-Pakistan conflict.
- Modern Technology: The ARFC will be equipped with advanced, precision-strike missile systems, with reports highlighting the Fatah-IV missile as a key asset.
- Operational Structure: Modeled on China's PLA Rocket Force, the command will centralize missile operations, aiming to enhance battlefield deterrence.
- Context: The announcement follows a, Marka-i-Haq (Battle of Truth) event, which refers to the 2025 conflict with India.
This initiative is seen as a significant move in Pakistan's military strategy, focusing on enhancing its conventional deterrence and missile capabilities.
Courtesy by: Dawn , The News International
