
On August 23, a protest against the military dictatorship was held in Yinmabin Township, Sagaing Region, led by the Shwe Yay Kyun Strike Column. The demonstration brought together activists from the Shwe Yay Kyun Strike Column and local residents who joined forces to express their opposition to the military council that seized power. Participants in the protest march carried signs showing their support for the National Unity Government (NUG) and People’s Defense Forces.
The Shwe Yay Kyun Strike Column is an active organization in the anti-military dictatorship movement and stands with the people fighting for democracy. Through such protests, they have not only demonstrated their opposition to the military dictatorship but also shown the unity of local people. The protesters demanded an end to the military council’s violence against civilians and called for the restoration of democracy. The participants expressed their strong opposition to the military council’s oppressive actions and stood in solidarity with those resisting the dictatorship.
Yinmabin Township is one of the areas in Sagaing Region where anti-military dictatorship activities remain strong, with local residents continuously opposing the military regime. Today’s protest by the Shwe Yay Kyun Strike Column has helped boost the morale of people fighting against the military dictatorship, and activists have described it as an important step in the democratic movement. The demonstration reflects the ongoing resistance against military rule and the unwavering determination of the people to restore democratic governance in Myanmar.