Pano Aqil Cantonment is a major military base of thePakistan Army located inPano Akil,Sukkur District, in the province ofSindh,Pakistan. It lies approximately 40 kilometers northeast ofSukkur city and serves as a strategic location for military operations in the region.
The cantonment is home to the 16th Infantry Division, which operates under the command of theV Corps headquartered inKarachi. Its strategic placement has made it a key installation in ensuring regional security and supporting military logistics and training exercises in upper Sindh and adjacent areas.
Pano Aqil Cantonment is distinct from the civilian population ofPano Aqil town, and falls under the jurisdiction of the Cantonment Board Pano Aqil,[1] which functions under theMilitary Lands and Cantonments Department of theMinistry of Defence. The cantonment is well-planned, featuring military barracks, residential quarters, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and recreational areas.
According to the2017 Pakistan census, the population of Pano Aqil Cantonment was 25,759. The population comprises primarily military personnel and their families, along with civilian staff and support services operating within the area.
The cantonment includes schools and colleges primarily serving children of army personnel. It also has medical facilities, parks, mosques, and a well-maintained internal road network. The environment is known for its cleanliness, security, and disciplined lifestyle.
In 2014, Pano Aqil Cantonment was featured in a reality TV series produced by Fazul Samejo and aired onDharti TV, showcasing the daily lives and training routines of military personnel stationed there.
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