A spokesperson from the Thayarwaddy District PDF has confirmed that resistance forces attacked the Sit Kwin toll gate checkpoint located near Oak Twin village on the Yangon-Pyay road in Sit Kwin town, Minhla Township, Bago Region, resulting in the death of 8 military council soldiers and the seizure of weapons. The attack, which took place on March 20, targeted a checkpoint known for extorting money and arresting civilians. The operation was led by members of Battalion 3802 Division 2 of the Thayarwaddy District resistance forces.
The battle lasted for approximately one hour and forty-five minutes, during which seven military council soldiers were killed instantly and six others were wounded. During the engagement, resistance forces seized one carbine rifle, one ammunition magazine, 20 rounds of ammunition, various military equipment, and one motorcycle from the military council forces. Although the resistance forces attempted to burn down the checkpoint station, it was only partially damaged by the fire. The following day, on March 21 at around 10 AM, resistance forces launched a remote-controlled mine attack on military council soldiers who had reoccupied the bunker at the Sit Kwin toll gate checkpoint, resulting in one additional death and four injuries among the military council troops.
Battalion 3802 Division 2 of the Thayarwaddy District has announced their commitment to continue operations against the military council and their affiliated organizations that have been oppressing civilians and resistance forces. Local residents have been warned to avoid areas near military council camps, checkpoints, and administrative facilities. The resistance forces have reaffirmed their dedication to continue fighting for the complete elimination of the military dictatorship system, prioritizing the interests and welfare of the people.
