The town of Minda, a remote town in Chin State, Myanmar, became unusually deserted after a month of military control. There are no hawkers on the streets, no shops that open, only stray dogs and pigs that run out.
A local citizen, who did not want to be named, said that many people had fled to other areas, and when they fled, they could not bring livestock, so many domestic pigs broke the fence and wandered the streets in search of food.
It is reported that on May 13, the town of Minta in Chin Bang imposed military control, and more than 90% of the more than 10,000 residents of the town have fled their homes, most of whom have fled to nearby villages or nearby mountains and forests. With the imposition of martial law, those who have not yet escaped from the town can only stay in the town. According to local residents, military soldiers were stationed on the main roads and public areas of The town of Minda. When pedestrians are seen, soldiers often come forward to conduct interrogations and ask for ID cards and mobile phones.
According to a local citizen, due to the tense situation in The town of Minda, another danger for the local population comes from scattered shells. Although there was no crossfire in the town of Minda, the fighting in the surrounding area continued.
Local aid groups say many refugees have been forced to flee to the mountains and forests, but the fighting continues, so they must be prepared to flee at all times. At the same time, white flags need to be prepared to inform the armed forces that they are civilians. In addition, because roads are blocked, relief supplies are often difficult to reach, which makes it difficult for local refugees to survive. In addition to clothing and food, refugees, including children, pregnant women, and the elderly, need medical support.
Chin State is one of the poorest provinces in Myanmar, and Minda Ishi is one of the poorest towns in Chin State. The current tension has made the already poor people face more difficulties in their lives.