People’s Defense Force (PDF) units have launched offensive operations against military council outposts surrounding Banmauk town in Sagaing Region, with fighting continuing since September 14th according to military sources. The ongoing attacks are targeting key military council defensive positions around the town, in what appears to be a coordinated operation aimed at gaining control of strategic locations in the area. The offensive operations have focused on multiple guard posts that the military council uses to maintain control over the town and surrounding territory.
The clashes have continued through September 16th, with reports of military council casualties, though exact numbers cannot yet be confirmed. Sources indicate that intense fighting is ongoing between PDF forces and military council troops, but details about whether any outposts have been captured remain unclear due to the active nature of the operations. Military sources in the region say the situation remains fluid as PDF units continue to engage military council positions around Banmauk.
In a related development, the People’s Defense Force in Indaw Township announced on September 15th an indefinite closure of all strategic routes connecting Indaw to Banmauk Township, including the main Indaw-Banmauk strategic road. This road closure appears to be a significant tactical decision aimed at limiting military council movements in the area. However, officials have stated they cannot release further details about the road closures at this time due to security considerations, though they indicated they would provide updates if there are significant developments in the situation.
