India-Pakistan ceasefire, India-Pakistan Latest News, Indian Army: The news about the India-Pakistan war is coming that the DGMOs of both countries have agreed to stop the ceasefire. After which a ceasefire has now been implemented between the two countries. It is being told that this initiative was taken by the DGMO of Pakistan, after which both countries have agreed to stop military action. After which the word DGMO and this post are both in discussion, so let us tell you that the post of Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) is very special in the armies of India and Pakistan. These are the officers of both armies who handle war, border tension, and military strategy. Recently, after Operation Sindoor, the DGMOs of India and Pakistan confirmed the ceasefire by talking on the hotline. Let us know who these DGMOs are. What is their work? How do they get this post, and how much salary do they get? Let us understand this in simple language. Who is DGMO in the Indian Army?
DGMO is a senior Lieutenant General, a 3-star rank officer of the Indian Army, who plans major operations of the army. He reports directly to the Army Chief and coordinates between the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
What is the work of DGMO?
In the Indian Army, the work of DGMO is to make a strategy for war, anti-terrorism operations, and peace missions. To reduce tension on the Line of Control (LoC), to stop firing. Understanding military intelligence and keeping the army ready is also the work of DGMO. During Operation Sindoor, when India attacked terrorist bases in Pakistan and PoK, DGMO played an important role in reducing tension by talking to the Pakistani DGMO.
How does one become DGMO?
Becoming DGMO is not easy. To reach this post, years of experience and top-level ability are required. In the Indian Army, the post of DGMO is given only to an officer of the rank of Lieutenant General, who has handled major operations. People who have previously commanded a large area, like a corps or Northern Command. For this, training from the National Defense Academy (NDA) or National Defense College (NDC) is necessary.
How is the selection of DGMO done?
In the Indian Army, the selection of DGMO is done jointly by the Army Chief and the Defense Ministry. There is no open recruitment or exam for this. This decision is taken at the Army Headquarters on the advice of senior officers and by looking at the record of the candidate. The experience, leadership, and strategy-making ability of the officers are tested.
Who is the current DGMO of the Indian Army?
At present, the DGMO of the Indian Army is Lieutenant General Prateek Sharma. He was made DGMO on 1 July 2023. Earlier, he took command of the Kharga Corps and took part in many operations on the LoC. After Operation Sindoor, he spoke to the Pakistani DGMO on the hotline and implemented a ceasefire from 5 pm.
How much salary is received?
According to the 7th Pay Commission, the basic salary for a Lieutenant General in the Indian Army ranges from ₹ 1,82,200 to ₹ 2,24,100 per month. Apart from this, many other types of allowances are available. In this way, the total salary is around ₹ 2.5 lakh to ₹ 3 lakh per month, and apart from this, a house, medical facilities, etc., are available.
Who is DGMO in the Pakistani Army?
In Pakistan, DGMO is also a senior officer, who is mostly of the rank of Major General. Sometimes, a Lieutenant General is also made DGMO. Pakistan's DGMO plans military operations and reports to the Army Chief. His job is also to handle military activities on the LoC and the international border. The process of becoming DGMO in Pakistan is similar to India. This post is given to those officers of Major General rank who have worked in LoC or anti-terrorism operations. Also, training from the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) is necessary. Pakistan's DGMO is also selected jointly by the Army Chief and General Headquarters (GHQ).
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