General Upendra Dwivedi Discusses Key Factors Leading to Pakistan's Ceasefire Request

In a recent press conference, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi revealed significant insights into the factors that led Pakistan to request a ceasefire with India after suffering heavy losses during Operation Sindoor. He discussed the strategic military orders issued to the armed forces in anticipation of potential conflict escalation. General Dwivedi also highlighted the successful precision strikes on terrorist camps that disrupted Pakistan's decision-making process. This article delves into the critical moments and military strategies that shaped the recent tensions between the two nations, providing a comprehensive overview of the situation.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 13, 2026, 17:21 IST

Insights from General Upendra Dwivedi

On Tuesday, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi highlighted two critical turning points that compelled Pakistan to request a ceasefire with India on May 10 last year, following significant losses during Operation Sindoor. Speaking at a press conference in Delhi, General Dwivedi explained that the armed forces were given specific directives to handle any escalation in the India-Pakistan conflict. On the morning of May 10, orders were issued to all three branches of the armed forces regarding their response should hostilities intensify. He stated, "The implications of continued fighting were clear to all who needed to understand them," while also noting that he could not disclose everything publicly.

The Army Chief clarified that the rationale behind these orders was evident from the ground realities. He mentioned that Pakistan had satellite imagery that revealed the activities of the Indian Navy, military units, and aircraft. Upon analyzing all factors, it became apparent to him that it was the right moment to halt the conflict. He further noted that Pakistan quickly reached out to India through Director General Military Operations (DGMO) Lieutenant General Rajeev Ghai to seek agreement on a ceasefire.

Decisive Actions Against Terror Camps

General Dwivedi pointed out that a pivotal moment involved successful precision strikes on terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK). Referring to the initial phase of the operation, he mentioned that 22 minutes of attacks on terrorist positions disrupted the decision-making process on the other side. Although he did not explicitly name Pakistan, he indicated that they were shaken and took time to comprehend the situation. Due to their inability to grasp the immediate implications, they resorted to throwing stones, deploying drones, and launching missiles—utilizing whatever resources were available to them.