Sun, 07/06/2025 - 10:50
People, together with members from relevant organizations, participate in rehabilitation efforts in damaged areas caused by the Mandalay earthquake.
Yesterday, Sagaing Region Chief Minister U Myat Kyaw and Lt-Gen Thet Pon from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) observed the clearing of debris at the religious sites and the basic education middle school (branch) Zeyar in Sagaing.
Likewise, Lt-Gen Soe Tint Naing from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) and relevant officials inspected the renovation and removal of damaged parts of collapsed religious buildings at Maha Muni Buddha Image in Mandalay.
They also oversaw the removal of collapsed buildings in Mahaaungmyay township.
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Tue, 07/01/2025 - 10:01
People, together with members from relevant organizations, participate in rehabilitation efforts in damaged areas caused by the Mandalay earthquake.
Yesterday, Lt-Gen Thet Pon from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) observed the clearance of debris at the religious sites in Sagaing, and the land area to reconstruct the Maha Zedi Hla Pagoda severely destroyed by the quake, and other cleaning activities in the compounds of pagodas and nunnerise.
Likewise, Lt-Gen Soe Tint Naing from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) inspected the removal of damaged parts of the Yadanabontha Pagoda and clearing of debris at the Myinwun Mingyi monastery in Mahaaungmyay Township, systematic clearing of damaged staff housing with the use of heavy machinery in Chanmyathazi Township, and fulfilled the needs.
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Sun, 06/22/2025 - 10:10
Rescue and rehabilitation operations are being implemented in the areas facing extensive loss and damage caused by the Mandalay earthquake.
Yesterday, Lt-Gen Thet Pon from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) and relevant officials inspected the assessment of soil condition to expand the pagoda platform, renovation work and cleanliness activities at SunU Ponnyashin, Yaza Mani Cula Kaunghmutaw pagodas and Metta Lake in Sagaing.
They also inspected the the demolition of damaged buildings and removal of debris at Thakyadita nunnery and Tawlayhtet, and reconstruction processes.
They proceeded to Sagaing Education Degree College and observed the removal of debris from damaged buildings.
They inspected the healthcare services provided by Tatmadaw medics and water purification processes using Ayeyawady River water.
Lt-Gen Soe Tint Naing from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) and officials oversaw the clearing of debris at the collapsed building at religious sites in Mandalay and donated cash to Presiding Sayadaw of Shin Pin Ohn Inn Monastery.
They went to the Wahkhinngon public playground in Chanayethazan township and inspected the installation of container houses for quake-affected staff and public and roadbed levelling operations.
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Thu, 06/19/2025 - 10:20
Coordinated efforts involving various organizations and local communities continue at full strength across affected regions following the powerful Mandalay earthquake that caused widespread destruction. Emergency relief and rehabilitation work is carried out with momentum, according to local sources.
Lt-Gen Thet Pon from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) and responsible officials visited several religious buildings in Sagaing that had sustained damage yesterday. The team inspected damage to residential buildings and roadside debris in Sagaing, coordinating with relevant authorities to ensure a clean and orderly urban environment. They gave refreshments to the workers and discussed necessary support with responsible personnel.
Lt-Gen Thet Pon and officials also paid a courtesy call to the presiding Sayadaw of the Shwehintha Monastery in Sagaing, offering words of encouragement. To aid in the reconstruction of quake-damaged religious buildings, Lt-Gen Thet Pon and donors contributed K10 million to the Sayadaw.
They also inspected healthcare services provided by the Tatmadaw mobile medical team to monks, nuns and civilians affected by the disaster in Sagaing. At damaged religious buildings on Sagaing Hill, machinery is used to clear land for future reconstruction. They also visited waste disposal sites and coordinated with responsible authorities to ensure systematic disposal practices.
Similarly, Lt-Gen Soe Tint Naing from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) and his team visited the Sky Villa area in Aungmyaythazan Township, Mandalay, where quake-damaged structures remained. They observed the use of heavy machinery to clear Building A and inspected the process of sorting and returning recovered materials to their rightful owners through official channels.
Lt-Gen Soe Tint Naing and officials also visited high-risk damaged buildings in Mawra Giwha ward and Aung Nan East ward in Chanayethazan Township. They observed ongoing debris removal efforts using heavy machinery. Military personnel and machinery were clearing remains of the collapsed Tampawati Monastery building and its central hall at the Dakkhinayama Monastery in Kyun Lone Oat Shaung ward of Chanmyathazi Township.
He encouraged teams working on the ground and instructed relevant officials to ensure safety measures were strictly followed. Necessary coordination was also made based on reports submitted by responsible personnel.
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Thu, 06/05/2025 - 10:42
The Bago Region government has announced plans to renovate the ancient and historic Thonpanhla Monastery, which was classified as “red” due to damage from the Mandalay earthquake, ensuring that its original appearance is preserved.
The renovation of the ancient two-storey monastery will be undertaken with great care to preserve its original architecture, including the installation of iron pillars to reinforce the doors and windows.
The Thonpanhla Monastery in Pyay Township, Bago Region, is lieved to be around centuries-old and is renowned as the residence of the great poet Shin Maha Ratthasara, a monk during the Inwa era, according to historians.
he monastery is also known for Latheesaekkan, a lake within its grounds, which oral history suggests is the site of the tomb of the renowned Princess Thonpanhla from the Pyu era.
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Thu, 06/05/2025 - 10:39
The powerful earthquake that struck Mandalay on 28 March 2025 caused significant damage in the Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, Sagaing Region, Mandalay Region, Magway Region, Shan State, and Bago Region. In response, both local and international donors have provided humanitarian aid, including medical supplies and other relief items, for those affected. The ongoing distribution and support efforts are documented in weekly updates.
An update released on 27 May 2025 covered the situation from 20 to 27 May. For the latest week, from 28 May to 3 June, additional relief materials donated by Sri Lanka — food items, personal and household goods, electrical appliances, and medical supplies – have been received. The medical items were handed over to the Healthcare Work Committee under the Ministry of Health, while the remaining goods were distributed proportionally based on the number of affected individuals in Nay Pyi Taw, Sagaing Region, Mandalay Region, and Shan State.
From 28 March to the present, the total volume of distributed donations has reached approximately 2,427 tonnes, delivered by 64 trucks to Mandalay Region, 32 trucks to Sagaing Region, and 12 trucks to Shan State (South).
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Fri, 05/30/2025 - 14:31
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing underscored that the government will implement both short-term and long-term plans to effectively carry out rehabilitation efforts, aiming to restore affected areas to a state even better than before and ensuring that no one is left behind.
The second donation ceremony of well-wishers for people affected by the Mandalay earthquake and for rehabilitation measures took place at Bayintnaung Villa in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday afternoon, with an address by Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing.
The Senior General and all attendees observed a one-minute silence for the demise of people in the Mandalay earthquake.
Speaking on the occasion, the Senior General said that as this is a period of accelerated implementation of rehabilitation efforts, stability and peace are essential. Therefore, Tatmadaw has declared a temporary ceasefire from 2 April until the end of May. In light of this, ethnic armed organizations and relevant parties are urged to give serious consideration to this temporary ceasefire, and to comply and cooperate, keeping in mind the interests of the nation and the people.
He emphasized that when carrying out reconstruction activities, it is essential to not only address the current risks and hazards being faced but also to proactively consider potential future risks. Rehabilitation measures must be taken in accordance with established standards and guidelines to ensure long-term stability and resilience for the future.
He pointed out that investment in disaster prevention not only enhances a country’s resilience of natural disasters but also helps protect economic development and other progress.
The Senior General stressed that the government will implement both short-term and long-term plans to effectively carry out rehabilitation efforts, aiming to restore affected areas to a state even better than before and ensuring that no one is left behind. In doing so, since there are limitations to what the government alone can accomplish, it is only through collaborative efforts like this that the government can carry out rehabilitation works in the earthquake-affected regions efficiently and successfully.
He noted that the Mandalay earthquake affected 506,069 people from 2,081 villages of 944 village-tracts and 374 wards of 10 regions and states including Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, leaving 3,739 people dead, 5,104 people injured and 68 missing.
He counted that the earthquake destroyed 51,210 public houses, 431 road works, 103 bridges, 83 railway segments, 11 rail bridges, 6,730 mobile communication stations, 10 high-voltage transmission lines, 3,435 pylons, 594 dams, six embankments, 11,338 departmental buildings, 384 hospitals, 364 clinics, 166 ancient buildings and museums, 2,409 basic education schools, 72 higher education buildings, 90 private schools, 6,469 temples and stupas, 5,588 religious edifices, 344 private workplaces, 78.5 acres of cropland and 133,700 head of cattle, worth K3,804.549 billion.
He continued that rescuers saved 653 survivors and 806 bodies from the collapsed and damaged buildings.
He added that the government manages the facilitation of communication, supply of electricity and keeping all affected people under temporary shelters before monsoon while opening temporary dispensaries to provide healthcare services to the people.
The Senior General recounted that during the implementation of such response efforts, international humanitarian assistance was welcomed and facilitated. Relief items donated by the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of India, the Russian Federation, the AHA Centre, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Thailand, Indonesia, Pakistan, Belarus, Laos, the Singapore Red Cross Society, Nepal, the United Arab Emirates, Brunei, and Malaysia were distributed to the people in need in the earthquake-affected areas without delay.
He underscored that if disaster risk reduction efforts are effectively planned and implemented from the beginning to the end — with thorough and proactive measures — it is estimated that the cost of recovery efforts after a natural disaster can be reduced about sevenfold.
He noted that on 1 April, during the first donation ceremony, local and overseas donors contributed a total of K125.27 billion, comprising K112.87 billion in cash and K12.4 billion in kind.
The Senior General and well-wishers together with attendees watched a video clip on “Earthquake recovery and the capabilities and noble dignity of the Myanmar people”.
The Senior General accepted cash donations by Union ministries, families of the Tatmadaw (Army, Navy and Air), Ambassadors of Laos and Sri Lanka, and well-wishers and returned certificates of appreciation.
Chairman of National Disaster Management Committee SAC Vice-Chairman Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win, Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo and council members accepted cash donations from well-wishers, regional and state governments, ministries and organizations and presented certificates of appreciation.
The Senior General cordially greeted well-wishers and hosted a tea party.
At the second donation ceremony for providing aid for earthquake-affected people and rehabilitation, well-wishers at home and abroad donated K131.53 billion and US$2,314,900 including 51 four-storey four-unit buildings, each of which is valued at K2,000 million.
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Wed, 05/28/2025 - 09:40
Due to the Mandalay earthquake that struck on 28 March 2025, damage was reported in the Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, Sagaing Region, Mandalay Region, Magway Region, Shan State, and Bago Region. Domestic and international donors and philanthropists have provided humanitarian assistance, including essential supplies and medicines, and an official announcement regarding these support activities from 13 to 19 May was released on 21 May.
From 20 to 27 May, out of the tents, generators, foodstuffs, commodities, electronic devices, medicines and medical supplies donated by donors from Thailand, Sir Lanka and China, the medicines and medical supplies were distributed to the Ministry of Health, while the foodstuffs, commodities and kitchen utensils to Nay Pyi Taw, Sagaing Region, Mandalay Region and Shan State depending on the population.
On 23 March, 11,930.505 tonnes of diesel and 2,940.055 tonnes of petrol donated by China arrived at the Thilawa Port, and the Ministry of Energy stored 29,930.505 tonnes of diesel and 19,940.055 tonnes of petrol and used them in rehabilitation and reconstruction processes.
A total of 225 tonnes of cement (4,500 bags) donated by India arrived at Thilawa Port on 25 May. The Indian Ambassador handed over the donation to the Yangon Region chief minister, and they will be transported to the quake-affected areas.
Out of 500 prefabricated offices donated by China, 340 arrived on 2 May, while 160 arrived on 24 May at Thilawa Port in Yangon, and are now being used as temporary offices in quake-stricken areas.
Out of 4,500 prefabricated houses donated by China, 1,576 houses arrived on 9 May while 1804 on 13 May and 1,120 on 24 May at Thilawa Port, and the houses are being used in quake-hit areas.
To date, 61 vehicles loaded with relief materials have been distributed to Mandalay Region, while 32 to Sagaing Region and 11 to Shan State (South).
The inventory of distribution of donated items by international donors from 20 to 27 May is mentioned in the separate spreadsheets. The distribution processes will be released once a week.
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Fri, 05/16/2025 - 10:14
According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Culture, more than 1,700 ancient buildings in areas impacted by the Mandalay earthquake will be prioritized and classified into three categories for restoration, maintenance, and reconstruction.
The damaged ancient buildings and significant pagodas will be assessed based on the extent of damage, and restoration efforts will be carried out according to the prioritized categories.
Among the 1,752 ancient buildings, the priority will be given to those with high cultural heritage value. The second priority will include partially damaged buildings with limited original features remaining, while the third priority will cover structures that, except for their foundations, have been almost entirely reconstructed.
Furthermore, restoration and maintenance efforts for ancient buildings and heritage sites will be undertaken in collaboration with UNESCO. This process will be closely supervised by the Department of Archaeology and National Museum, with input from historians, archaeologists, the Myanmar Engineering Society, the Myanmar Architects Association, and the Myanmar Earthquake Committee.
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Thu, 05/08/2025 - 09:42
THE Chinese search and rescue teams, including 253 doctors and nurses, who are diligently working to provide humanitarian assistance and support rehabilitation efforts in Myanmar’s earthquake-affected areas, departed for China by air from Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.
They were seen off at Nay Pyi Taw Tatmadaw Airport by Union Minister for Home Affairs Lt-Gen Tun Tun Naung, who is also the Vice-Chair of the National Disaster Management Committee, Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman U Than Tun Oo, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs U Lwin Oo, and departmental officials.
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