Myanmar Domestic News Updates – Jun 01, 2025 Morning
๐๐ 1. KNDF Pledges to Expedite the Goals of Armed Resistance Alongside Public Mobilization and International Pressure to End Dictatorship and Establish a Federal Democratic Union
May 31
Radio NUG
The Karenni Nationalities Defense Force (KNDF) stated in its fourth-anniversary declaration that it is firmly committed to achieving the objectives of the armed resistance movement as swiftly as possible—namely, the dismantling of the military dictatorship and the establishment of a federal democratic union—by advancing hand in hand with public mobilization efforts and international pressure campaigns.
The statement reaffirms that from the outset of its four-year revolutionary journey, KNDF has been striving, with the support of the people, to bring an end to military dictatorship and to build a federal democratic union. However, KNDF expressed heartfelt apologies to the public and revolutionary comrades, stating that it feels responsible and deeply remorseful that, even after four years, the revolutionary struggle continues to be prolonged.
KNDF also affirmed its strong commitment to uphold and further advance democratic laws and principles—not only within military operations but also across administrative sectors—towards the goal of a peaceful and progressive federal democratic union. It emphasized to the people that it places utmost value on operating under democratic norms and will work to strengthen these efforts moving forward.
In the statement, KNDF expressed its deep gratitude to all who supported them throughout the past four years—the public who stood in solidarity, allies who extended their cooperation, and the leaders who provided guidance and direction. KNDF also paid tribute and conveyed appreciation to all revolutionary comrades who have consistently participated in the resistance movement and fulfilled their responsibilities without hesitation.
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๐๐ 2. One Man Dies as Earthquake-Damaged Building Collapses During Demolition in Mandalay
May 31
Radio NUG
According to local sources, a man died on the morning of May 31 when a partially demolished building, previously damaged during the powerful March 28 earthquake, collapsed in Mandalay.
The victim was identified as an 18-year-old male who died due to the collapse. Another man, aged 45, sustained non-life-threatening injuries, including abrasions on his left hand, puncture wounds on his left thigh, and contusions on his left forehead.
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๐๐ 3. Mon Woman Killed by Train in Mahachai, Thailand
May 31
Radio NUG
A Mon woman from Myanmar was fatally struck by a train around 8 a.m. on May 31 in Mahachai, Samut Sakhon District, Thailand, according to Thai news sources.
The incident occurred when a vehicle transporting nighttime workers attempted to cross a railway track and was caught off guard by an approaching train. In a panic, the workers jumped off the vehicle. The victim, identified as a 27-year-old woman from Pang Village, Thanbyuzayat Township, Mon State, was struck by the train and killed on the spot.
According to a police statement, she died due to a leg amputation and cardiac arrest caused by the impact.
Myanmar labor rights activists on social media stated that the incident resulted from the driver’s negligence. It is reported that authorities are now investigating and questioning the driver.
Local residents said that accidents frequently occur at that railway crossing, which lacks safety barriers.
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๐๐ 4. Families of Four Myanmar Workers Killed in Rama 2 Overpass Collapse Receive One Million Baht Each in Compensation
May 31
Radio NUG
The families of four Myanmar workers who died in the collapse of an under-construction section of the Rama 2 overpass near the Mahachai Market in Thailand on November 29, 2024, have each received compensation of 1,000,000 Thai Baht, according to a May 30 announcement from the Bangkok Office of Labor Affairs.
The deceased workers were identified as Ko Ayar, Ko Chit Ko Ko, Ko Phyo Ko Ko, and Ko Aung Thain Htway. The compensation was provided by the Thai construction company UDONSAK CHIANGMAI and handed over at the Myanmar Embassy in Bangkok.
A Thai labor official stated that this is the first time full compensation has been awarded to the families of Myanmar workers killed in a Rama 2 overpass collapse.
The Rama 2 Road is a major transportation route connecting Bangkok to southern Thailand. Several collapses have occurred during its construction. In 2024 alone, one Myanmar worker died on January 18, another in March, and four on November 29. In 2025, another fatal accident occurred on March 15.
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๐๐ 5. Flooding in Chipwe and Putao, Kachin State, as Heavy Rainfall Causes Rivers to Overflow and Forces Evacuations
May 31
Radio NUG
In Kachin State, the towns of Chipwe and Putao have been experiencing unrelenting heavy rainfall for over a week, resulting in significant rises in the water levels of the Mekha and Malikha Rivers. According to local sources, many residential areas have been submerged, and hundreds of residents have been forced to flee their homes.
The current water level reportedly exceeds that of last year, inundating nearly all homes near the riverbanks, particularly those close to the river port. These residents have already been relocated, and low-lying areas are also under rising water, prompting further evacuations.
In addition, the rising Malikha River has reportedly engulfed some homes and school buildings in Ridam Village, located in Hkawnglangphu Township, Putao District.
The Ayeyarwady River, which is formed by the confluence of the Mekha and Malikha Rivers, also continues to rise. In Myitkyina, flood warning alerts have been issued, according to reports.
An intensifying tropical depression formed in the Bay of Bengal on May 29, bringing with it the threat of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides in Kachin State, Chin State, Rakhine State, Sagaing Region, and Magway Region. The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management (MOHADM) under the NUG has issued a public alert warning residents in these areas to remain vigilant.
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๐๐ 6. Narcotics Seized in Myittha Township Incinerated
May 31
Radio NUG
In Myittha Township, Mandalay Region, a total of 4,850 narcotic tablets were publicly incinerated on May 31, 2025, through the joint efforts of the Township People’s Administration Group, the People’s Police Force, and the People’s Defence Force – Mandalay.
The Township People’s Police Force and the Township People’s Security Force had been carrying out anti-narcotic operations, and these drugs had been seized between November 27, 2024, and the present date, according to sources.
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๐๐ 7. Mandalay (EMC) Provides Cash and Relief Aid to Earthquake-Affected Communities in Myittha Township
May 31
Radio NUG
In response to the needs of earthquake-affected residents in Myittha Township, Mandalay Region, the Emergency Management Committee (EMC) – Mandalay has reportedly provided cash assistance and humanitarian support.
On May 25, the committee’s representatives, together with village-level humanitarian focal persons, visited two villages within Myittha Township where civilians already displaced by conflict had been further affected by the earthquake. Emergency relief was distributed directly to the affected communities.
In total, 192 households across four villages received assistance, with each household being given 420,000 kyats in cash support, according to the report.
These updates were provided by Radio NUG correspondent Khur Shel.
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