Indian Army Clarifies No DGMO Talks Scheduled Amid Ceasefire Speculations
Clarification on DGMO Talks
The Indian Army has put to rest rumors regarding a scheduled DGMO-level discussion for today, stating that no such talks are occurring. Recent media reports had indicated that the ceasefire between India and Pakistan was set to expire on May 18, leading to speculation about potential DGMO discussions. However, the Army confirmed that there are no talks planned and emphasized that the ceasefire agreement established earlier does not have an expiration date. 'Regarding the continuation of the ceasefire as agreed upon during the DGMO interaction on May 12, there is no expiry date,' the Indian Army stated.
Some media houses are reporting that the ceasefire between India and Pakistan is ending today. In addition, queries are also being received if a DGMO-level talk is scheduled today.
According to the Indian Army, no DGMO talks are scheduled today. As far as the continuation of a…
— ANI (@ANI) May 18, 2025
On May 12, the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) from both nations communicated via a military hotline, marking their first formal dialogue since the ceasefire agreement on May 10, which followed Operation Sindoor. Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, the Indian Army's DGMO, previously mentioned that a 'hotline message' was sent to his Pakistani counterpart on May 11, addressing a 'violation' of the ceasefire understanding and asserting India's readiness to respond decisively to any further breaches.
During a media briefing on May 11, Lt Gen Ghai expressed that India's necessity to target the 'heart of terror' was conveyed to the Pakistan DGMO, but the request was 'brusquely turned down.' He noted, 'Despite our attempts to communicate our need to act against terrorism following Operation Sindoor, the response was dismissive, indicating that a severe reaction was forthcoming. We were prepared for such a scenario.'