Pakistan's struggling economy is characterized by inflation and rising debt, forcing the army to cut rations due to fuel shortages, cancel exercises and postpone war games.
Pakistan's army is facing a serious crisis as it dangerously lowers its shell and ammunition, limiting its combat readiness to a high-intensity war of only four days. The shortage stems from recent arms sales to Ukraine, which have ruled out the country's already limited war reserves.
According to a report by the Economic Times, the Pakistan Ordnance Factory (POF), which produces and supplies ammunition, is working hard to meet demand. The growing outdated equipment and global demand have worsened the situation and lowered the military's stock stock inventory by 155mm shells and 122mm rockets, which is key to Pakistan's artillery-focused war strategy.
Pakistan's military doctrine depends on rapid mobilization and extensive use of artillery to resist India's larger forces. Most of the 155mm shells are reportedly sent to Ukraine, with important systems such as the current M109 howitzer and BM-21 rocket launcher now sitting in almost empty magazines.
The crisis caused alarm at the highest level. This issue is a key topic at the Special Forces Commander Conference on 2 May 2025. Former Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa earlier warned that Pakistan lacked the military and economic strength to fight India for a prolonged war.
Despite the construction of ammunition depots near the border, the shortage poses a serious threat. Meanwhile, Pakistan's struggling economy, characterized by inflation and rising debt, forced military to cut rations due to fuel shortages, cancel exercises and postpone war games.
Pakistan has intensified the trouble, criticizing the recent failed cyber attacks. Hacker groups such as “Hoax1337” and “National Cyber Staff” tried to violate the Indian website on May 1, but soon stopped. The objectives include schools and services for veterans – actions seen as immoral and desperately provoking India.
