The 53rd meeting of SAARC Programming Committee meeting held on 01-02-2017 and could mark revival of the regional bloc following the postponement of the 19th Summit that was scheduled in Pakistan in November last year after India and some others members expressed their inability to participate.During the two day meeting they will discussions about the budget allocation of five SAARC regional centers, some specialized bodies and their annual programme. It will definitely set a positive tone to reduce tensions between India and Pakistan and for resumption of the SAARC process.