Defence budget increased by how much in 2025-26?

Explanation

– Pakistan’s defence budget increased by approximately 20 percent for FY 2025-26, reaching Rs 2.55 trillion.
– This significant increase came in the context of the recent India-Pakistan conflict earlier in 2025.
– The defence allocation represents approximately 14.5 percent of the total federal budget outlay.
– Finance Minister Aurangzeb linked the increased allocation directly to national security concerns highlighted by the conflict.