The Indian Army firmly denied media reports that claimed DGMO-level talks were held between India and Pakistan on Sunday. It clarified that no such meeting took place that day. The Army also dismissed reports that the ceasefire agreement would expire on May 18. “No DGMO talks are scheduled today,” an Army spokesperson stated. “The ceasefire understanding from May 12 does not have an expiry date.”
May 12 Talks Brought Ceasefire Agreement
On May 12, India and Pakistan’s Directors General of Military Operations held an important phone call. They agreed to stop firing and reduce tensions along the Line of Control (LoC). Both sides promised to avoid aggressive actions in border areas. They also committed to reducing troop presence in forward positions.
Pakistan Initiated the Peace Proposal
Initially, the talks were expected to take place around noon. However, they happened later that evening. Pakistan’s DGMO contacted India’s DGMO, Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, and proposed a ceasefire. India agreed to the proposal. Lt Gen Ghai later confirmed this in a joint press conference held on May 11.
Operation Sindoor Followed a Deadly Attack
The peace efforts came shortly after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7. The Army targeted nine terror sites across Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. This operation responded to a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 people. The Army acted swiftly to eliminate threats and send a strong warning.
