LAHORE MIRROR – The Federal Cabinet approved the deployment of the Pakistan Army and Punjab Rangers to ensure comprehensive security during the upcoming Asia Cup 2023, as reported by TV channels.
It has been stated that the request for army and Ranger’s deployment was made by the Punjab caretaker government.
A formal proposal was subsequently submitted by the Ministry of Interior, and the cabinet has now given its consent through a circulation process.
Anticipation surrounds the forthcoming Asia Cup 2023, set to be co-hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka, scheduled from August 30 to September 17.
The tournament will commence with a high-stakes match between Pakistan and Nepal in Multan.
Reports detail that the army and Punjab Rangers will assume security responsibilities from August 27 to September 6.
While the Punjab Rangers will be positioned in the second tier within Quick Reaction Forces (QRFs), the Pakistan Army’s deployment will operate in the third tier QRF mode. Notably, specialized forces will remain on standby to reinforce security measures.
It’s important to note that the Asia Cup encompasses four matches to be held in Pakistan from August 30 to September 6.
While the inaugural match is slated for Multan, the subsequent three encounters are scheduled to unfold at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.
Complete schedule
Group Stage
Aug 30 – Pakistan vs Nepal in Multan
Aug 31 – Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka in Kandy
Sept 2 – Pakistan vs India in Kandy
Sept 3 – Bangladesh vs Afghanistan in Lahore
Sept 4 – India vs Nepal in Kandy
Sept 5 – Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka in Lahore
Super 4s
Sept 6 – A1 vs B2 in Lahore
Sept 9 – B1 vs B2 in Colombo
Sept 10 – A1 vs A2 in Colombo
Sept 12 – A2 vs B1 in Colombo
Sept 14 – A1 vs B1 in Colombo
Sept 15 – A2 vs B2 in Colombo
Sept 17 – Final in Colombo
