Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired an important security meeting on Sunday at his residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg in New Delhi. He was joined by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and the chiefs of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan were also present. The meeting took place in the wake of rising military tensions with Pakistan along the western border.
Background: Operation Sindoor and Its Impact
The meeting followed India’s large-scale military operation, named Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7. This mission was a response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which killed 26 tourists. During the operation, the Indian Armed Forces struck nine terror bases located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
Understanding on Ceasefire Announced
On Saturday, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said both India and Pakistan had reached an understanding to halt all hostilities. “India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on the stoppage of firing and military action. India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so,” he posted on X.
This decision came after the military commanders of both countries—known as Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs)—spoke directly.
Military-Level Communication
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that Pakistan’s DGMO contacted India’s DGMO around 3:35 PM on Saturday. “Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) called the Indian DGMO at 15:35 hours earlier this afternoon. It was agreed between them that both sides would stop all firing and military action on land and in the air and sea with effect from 1700 hours Indian Standard Time,” he stated.
He further added, “Today, instructions have been given on both sides to give effect to this understanding. The Directors General of Military Operations will talk again on the 12th of May at 1200 hours.”
Ceasefire Violations Reported
Despite the agreement, India accused Pakistan of breaking the ceasefire shortly after it was announced. The Indian Army responded firmly to these violations. Foreign Secretary Misri said, “This is a breach of the understanding arrived at earlier today and India takes very serious note of these violations.”
