Siachen Armed Clash
Pakistani and Indian troops clash on the Siachen front after both sides establish positions in the high mountains.
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1984 in Pakistan
Explore 8 historical events and records for Pakistan in 1984.
Historical records for Pakistan in 1984
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April
Siachen Conflict
Zia-ul-Haq's government deploys Pakistani forces after India occupies key positions on the Saltoro Ridge near Siachen.
December
Presidential Referendum
Zia uses a referendum to claim a five-year presidential mandate.
Other events (month unknown)
Arrest of Benazir Bhutto
Allowed to return to the United Kingdom, Bhutto becomes a leader in exile of the PPP, her fathers party
Capture of Siachen
Zia-ul-Haq's government confronts India's occupation of key positions on the Siachen Glacier.
Martial Law Announcement
Zia announces a programme for elections and eventual termination of martial law.
Pakistan Peoples Party
Allowed to return to the United Kingdom, Bhutto becomes a leader in exile of the PPP, her fathers party
Party Leader
Allowed to return to the United Kingdom, Bhutto becomes a leader in exile of the PPP, her fathers party
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