Domestic News Updates – March 22, 2025 Evening
๐๐ 1. Ministry of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Management Reports K18.2 Billion Spent on Humanitarian Efforts
March 22
The Ministry of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Management has announced that a total of K18.2 billion was spent on humanitarian efforts up until the end of December 2024.
This was disclosed during a regular coordination meeting of the Union Parliament Representative Committee held on March 21, where the ministry presented its operations and future plans.
Officials from the ministry stated that the allocated funds were used for various humanitarian efforts, including providing food and shelter to displaced persons and war victims, assisting those affected by natural disasters, supporting individuals injured by the military council’s violent attacks, and aiding the families of detainees and political prisoners. Additionally, assistance was extended to vulnerable populations such as persons with disabilities and the elderly, as well as their families.
The expenditure also covered strategic food stockpiling initiatives, the construction of bomb shelters, and public awareness programs. The total amount spent for these efforts until the end of December 2024 was reported as K18.2 billion.
Moreover, the ministry outlined its efforts in issuing weekly weather updates, emergency weather warnings, and educational campaigns to enhance public understanding of seasonal disasters. It also highlighted initiatives to connect with donors and organizations that could provide support for food security and livelihood opportunities for long-term displaced populations.
During the meeting, committee members engaged in discussions and raised questions, to which Deputy Minister Dr. Ngai Tam Maung and other officials provided explanations.
According to the Union Parliament Representative Committee, the meeting was attended by committee secretaries and members, members of various subcommittees, and officials from the Ministry of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Management, including Deputy Minister Dr. Ngai Tam Maung.
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๐๐ 2. Students in KNU-Controlled Area Forced to Take Exams in Rubber Plantations Due to Military Council’s Airstrikes
March 22
Due to ongoing airstrikes by the military council targeting civilian areas, including schools, students in the Karen National Union (KNU) territory were forced to take their exams in rubber plantations, according to the KNU’s Dooplaya District.
Despite the threats posed by airstrikes and the fear they instilled, students in Win Yay Township, in an area known as Kya Inn Seik Kyi, successfully sat for the Kawthoolei government’s matriculation exams administered by the Karen Education and Culture Department.
Photos documenting students taking their exams on makeshift desks in the middle of rubber plantations were also released.
Although the military council continues to carry out airstrikes in KNU-controlled areas, the Karen Education and Culture Department managed to successfully conduct the Kawthoolei government’s matriculation exams in Win Yay Township with the cooperation of local education officials and teachers on March 14.
The Kawthoolei government’s matriculation exams, organized annually by the Karen Education and Culture Department (KECD), are taken by students in Grade 6, Grade 9, and Grade 12. Certificates of completion are awarded to successful candidates every year.
The KNU Central Committee also announced that certificates of completion were issued to students who successfully passed the 2023-2024 academic year’s matriculation exams held in Dooplaya District’s Win Yay Township.
Meanwhile, the military council has continued its relentless attacks in KNU-controlled areas, using airstrikes, drones, and heavy artillery to target civilian areas, resulting in casualties among civilians, including students and children.
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๐๐ 3. Human Rights Training Successfully Conducted Online in Central Myanmar Amid Military Tensions
March 22
Despite ongoing military tensions in central Myanmar, an online human rights training program was successfully conducted, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Human Rights under the National Unity Government (NUG) and the Anyar Studies Institute.
The training, jointly organized by the Ministry of Human Rights and the Anyar Studies Institute, was held from March 4 to March 14, lasting 11 days.
Led by Union Minister U Aung Myo Min, the training team provided education on fundamental human rights principles and international humanitarian law to participants from 19 townships across Magway, Sagaing, and Chin State.
The training covered key topics such as human rights, gender issues, and international humanitarian law. Additionally, trainers were provided with guidance on curriculum development and methods to facilitate effective discussions during training sessions.
During the training period, participants faced disruptions due to military council airstrikes, forcing them to take cover whenever aircraft sounds were heard. Despite these challenges, they remained committed and successfully completed the program, according to one of the trainees.
U Banya Toe, Chairperson of the Anyar Studies Institute, stated that the training was a significant step forward in promoting human rights, freedom, dignity, and justice in the region. He emphasized that it was a crucial initiative toward advancing the cause of human rights in central Myanmar.
This report was contributed by Radio NUG correspondent Ko Khant.
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