Domestic News Updates – January 04, 2025 Evening
๐๐ 1. Myanmar Revolution Forces Report on Control Over Townships (MOD Statement)
January 4
Revolutionary forces across Myanmar are now governing 144 townships and have completely seized control of 48 townships, according to a statement released today, January 4, by the Ministry of Defense (MOD) under the National Unity Government (NUG).
From the time of the military coup until December 2024, 144 townships were reported to be under the administration of the People’s Defense Forces (PDF) and ethnic revolutionary groups. Of these, 48 townships—including 95 towns—are under complete control. This amounts to 44% of Myanmar’s total territory being governed by these forces.
The MOD report also stated that active revolutionary warfare is taking place in 79 townships, covering 24% of Myanmar's territory. In contrast, the military junta only retains administrative control over 107 townships, which constitutes 32% of the country’s area, effectively leaving the junta unable to govern even one-third of Myanmar’s territory.
The PDF, including People’s Defense Organizations (PaKaFa), has seized control of eight key towns: Kham Pat, Shwe Pyi Aye, Ma Ulu, Myothit, Sint Ku, Ta Kaung, Thabeikkyin, and Pinlebu. Moreover, 67 towns in Sagaing, Magway, Mandalay, Bago, and Tanintharyi regions are surrounded and actively contested by NUG-aligned forces.
Strategically important routes controlled by revolutionary forces include parts of:
- Mandalay–Shwebo–Myitkyina road and railway,
- Mandalay–Madaya–Thabeikkyin–Bhamo road,
- Mandalay–Lashio–Muse road,
- Pathein–Monywa road,
- Yangon–Mawlamyine–Ye–Dawei–Myeik–Kawthaung road,
- Bago–Thaton–Hpa-An–Myawaddy road,
- Monywa–Kalay–Tamu road,
- Minbu–Ann–Sittwe road, and
- Pyay–Pantanaw–Taungup road.
Additionally, major waterways like the Ayeyarwady, Chindwin, Thanlwin, and Sittang Rivers are also partially controlled by revolutionary forces.
The NUG Ministry of Defense emphasized its commitment to the continued struggle, working with ethnic revolutionary organizations and the people, until the entire Union of Myanmar is liberated from military rule.
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๐ 2. Local Support for Returning PDF Battalion After Victory in Min Dap
January 4
Members of the People’s Defense Force (PDF) from Monywa District Battalion 3 were welcomed with great honor by local residents upon their victorious return from the battle to capture Min Dap town in Chin State.
According to a video released by Monywa District Battalion 3, the returning fighters carried photographs of seven comrades who had fallen in the battle. Residents greeted them with admiration and flowers during their celebratory march on January 3.
In the battle to liberate Min Dap town, which lasted over 40 days since November 9, 2024, seven members of Battalion 3 were killed, while two sustained amputations and three were severely injured. In total, 12 members were reported wounded.
The Min Dap operation was a coordinated effort involving Chin National Defense Forces (CDF), Youth Defense Forces (YDF), and Monywa District Battalion 3, with military support from the Arakan Army (AA). The operation successfully seized approximately 160 junta soldiers, heavy artillery, firearms, and ammunition.
The CDF Min Dap fighters were also honored in Chin State with celebratory ceremonies by local residents after the successful capture of the town on December 21.
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๐ 3. Weekly Graduation Ceremonies at PSLF/TNLA Administrative Training School
January 4
On December 31, the Palaung State Liberation Front/Ta’ang National Liberation Army (PSLF/TNLA) held the second weekly graduation ceremony at their Administrative Training School, according to the PSLF/TNLA Department of News and Information.
During the ceremony, PSLF/TNLA Vice Chairman 1, Major General Tar Jut Jar, emphasized that the school plays a crucial role in training administrative personnel who act as essential components of a functioning government.
The Administrative Training School, which lasts over two years, focuses on subjects such as Personal Capacity Building, Basic Politics, Administrative Operations, and Policing. The training also includes practical fieldwork. Graduates are expected to take on responsibilities in local administration, governance, and upholding the rule of law.
The PSLF/TNLA stated that the training aims to build effective governance systems and to develop future administrators and police chiefs who will oversee the governance of Ta’ang territories within the broader context of the movement’s policy implementation.
Approximately 55 students participated in this batch, and the graduation was attended by senior PSLF/TNLA officials, including Vice Chairman 1 Major General Tar Jut Jar, Vice Chairman 2 Major General Tar Khur Lain, and Chief of Staff Major General Tar Om Ta Maw. Nearly 200 people, including officers, students, and civilians, were present.
These reports were provided by Radio NUG correspondent Ko Khant.
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