Saturday, March 29, 2025
On May 12, 2025, India and Pakistan’s Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) held a high-level conversation at 5:00 PM IST. This critical dialogue resulted in a mutual commitment to uphold the ceasefire agreement along the Line of Control (LoC) and avoid any further escalation.
The India Pakistan ceasefire pact was reached amid heightened tensions following India’s Operation Sindoor, a military strike that reportedly destroyed nine terrorist camps across the LoC. The operation came in retaliation for a recent cross-border militant attack.
During the talks, both sides agreed to several key measures:
No Gunfire Commitment: Both militaries reaffirmed that neither side would initiate any gunfire or hostile action across the border.
Troop Reduction Talks: India and Pakistan expressed willingness to consider a gradual reduction of deployed troops along sensitive forward zones.
Long-Term Ceasefire Mechanism: Officials discussed technical and strategic tools to ensure that the ceasefire remains in place over the long term.
Ban on Aerial and Drone Activity: Both sides pledged to restrict air and drone surveillance near civilian zones to avoid incidents and panic.
Anti-Terror Message to Pakistan: India firmly reiterated its demand for Pakistan to halt terrorist activities and prevent infiltration across the border.
This rare moment of agreement came after sustained behind-the-scenes diplomacy led by the United States. According to sources, American intermediaries encouraged both nations to reestablish military-level communication to avoid further bloodshed and miscalculations.
Washington’s efforts focused on conflict prevention and regional stability. Analysts suggest that the ceasefire pact could help avert a larger confrontation if maintained in good faith.
This development may not fully eliminate the deep-rooted mistrust between the two nuclear neighbors. However, it represents a significant step toward reducing immediate tensions and avoiding unintended escalations.
