G Parthasarathy Chancellor, Jammu Central University & former High Commissioner to Pakistan On February 25, the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan issued a joint statement that read: ‘The two sides reviewed the situation along the Line of Control and all other sectors, in a free, frank and cordial atmosphere. In the interest of achieving mutually beneficial and sustainable peace along the borders, the two DGMOs agreed to address each other’s core issues and concerns, which have the propensity to disturb peace and lead to violence. Both sides agreed to strict observance of all agreements, understandings and ceasefire along the Line of Control and all other sectors, with effect from midnight 24/25 February, 2021’.