The 5/SLG People’s Strike Column is distributing free news journals to residents in Salingyi Township, Sagaing Region, to ensure people have access to crucial information. These journals contain important updates about local education, healthcare, and political situations, including reports on civilian casualties, particularly children, resulting from the military council’s airstrikes. The initiative aims to keep local residents informed about ongoing developments in their area in real-time.
This movement by the People’s Strike Column represents an effort to overcome the military council’s information blockade and ensure truth reaches the public. This is particularly crucial for people in rural areas who face difficulties accessing information due to internet shutdowns and communication restrictions imposed by the military council. The journals document the military council’s brutalities, war crimes, and human rights violations against civilians, providing a record of ongoing atrocities.
Salingyi Township has been severely affected by the military council’s offensive operations, experiencing frequent airstrikes, village burnings, and violence against civilians. These news journals serve as vital lifelines for local residents, helping them stay vigilant about their security and prepare for emergency situations. The information provided can be literally life-saving in a region where military violence has become commonplace. The People’s Strike Column continues to carry out these public service activities in the region, demonstrating their commitment to keeping the public informed despite the challenging circumstances.
