Wed, 05/07/2025 - 11:14
Due to the occurrence of a powerful earthquake on 28 March along with subsequent aftershocks, Sagaing, Mandalay, Magway and Bago regions, northeastern Shan State and Nay Pyi Taw Council Area have been affected. The earthquake caused damage to roads, bridges, and buildings, resulting in casualties and injuries among the people. Search and rescue operations are currently being carried out in the affected areas.
Chairman of the National Disaster Management Committee Vice-Chairman of the State Administration Council Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win yesterday morning inspected loss and damage in the earthquake in Aungban and Nyaungshwe townships, Shan State (South).
The Vice-Senior General inspected the collapse and damage of Hotel Aungban in Aungban and rescue operations with the use of heavy machinery. He gave instructions to a member of the Myanmar Engineering Council U Myo Myint and officials from the rescue teams.
He viewed the damage to the three-storey Sasana Hitakari Monastery in the precinct of Aungchantha Buddhism Learning Centre in Aungban and instructed officials to reconstruct buildings for convenient learning of monks and set the dangerous zone around the dangerous buildings.
The Vice-Senior General gave prompt construction for the buildings and convenience of meals for members of the Sangha to Sayadaw Bhaddanta Paññavamsa of the monastery and donated alms. He also inspected the maintenance of Pitakat Gonyi Monastery and other buildings and attended to the needs of officials. A total of 375 members of the Sangha pursue religious literature at the monastery.
The Vice-Senior General comforted 28 injured civilians at the Tatmadaw hospital in Aungban and presented foodstuffs. He also viewed the drilling of a tube-well by Kanbawza Alin Group for providing safe water to the hospital and people and presented cash assistance to the group.
In Kayla Village of Nyaungshwe Township, the Vice-Senior General viewed round damaged houses and met residents at the monastery. He explained rehabilitation process with removal of damaged houses and buildings, checking dangerous buildings and plans to abolish them if necessary, reconstruction of least damaged buildings, distribution of basic foodstuffs and safe water under the arrangement of Shan State Cooperative Department at Nanpan Jetty in the hotel zone with a mobile water purifier, distribution of international aid, plans to distribute relief supplies and cash assistance provided by the National Disaster Management Committee to the affected people, prompt repair of monasteries and schools, and public participation in collection of data on loss and damage. He also fulfilled the needs of residents. He inspected five buildings of Kayla Village Basic Education High School (Branch) and coordinated with officials to repair the buildings.
The Vice-Senior General presented foodstuffs and cash awards to local Tatmadaw members, MPF members and firefighters in rescue and relief operations at the monastery in Zayatgyi Village.
At the Inlay PhaungdawOo Pagoda, the Vice-Senior General inspected cracks of slabs on the terrace, collapses of religious edifices, and dredging of silt in the lake for good flow of water.
After coordinating with local engineers, the Vice-Senior General instructed officials to repair the buildings to their original state and view the rescue work of Tatmadaw members, MPF members and firefighters.
Engineers and geologists stated that the main building is in good condition but it has some cracks. As such, Shan State DMC members and experts led by the Shan State chief minister will promptly implement the repair of the buildings.
At Nanpan-Inlay People’s Hospital, the Vice-Senior General comforted 18 civilians who sustained injuries in the earthquake and provided cash assistance.
In the meeting with Shan State DMC members at the hall of Eastern Command Headquarters, the Vice-Senior General recounted that the Prime Minister gave guidance to prompt clearing of debris, total demolishing of almost collapsed buildings, conducting soil tests for the construction of high-rise buildings in the rehabilitation process as part of taking lessons from the earthquake-affected buildings. Private buildings should be demolished systematically if they are no longer suitable for continued habitation. Similarly, government office buildings that are no longer fit for use should be fully demolished. Natural disasters such as annual floods, storms, and earthquakes have caused significant delays in the nation’s development efforts led by the government. However, since natural disasters are unavoidable, recovery and reconstruction efforts must be carried out. Therefore, the relevant authorities, departments, and the public are strongly urged to work together in the rebuilding process.
In the Inlay Lake region, houses built on water are constructed using only wooden stilts without a solid foundation on land. Due to the ageing of most structures over time, many houses collapse. When they do, they fall into the surrounding water, causing most fatalities to result from drowning. During rescue operations, injured individuals from damaged structures on land can be assisted. However, since the houses are built on water, many people drown, making rescue efforts particularly challenging. At present, 18 pagodas, three monasteries and nunnery, one bridge, and 157 public buildings were damaged by the earthquake whereas 65 people lost lives and 73 were injured in Shan State.
As a state-level Disaster Management Committee (DMC), various subcommittees have been established, including those for search and rescue, data collection, reconstruction, education, and healthcare. However, in carrying out data collection efforts, it is suggested that, instead of assigning personnel from disaster-affected areas, officials from other unaffected regions should be brought in for greater efficiency. Moreover, the Prime Minister has instructed that land selection be carried out and submitted for the construction of hospitals to support the healthcare needs of the local people in the affected villages of Kalaw and Nanpan. In the meantime, a temporary hospital will be set up at the Kalaw Monastery. Furthermore, a special mobile medical team consisting of specialists from Sao San Tun General Hospital and the Tatmadaw Hospital No 2/700 will be deployed starting on 1 April. It has been reported that due to the recent powerful earthquake, the nationwide death toll has reached nearly 1,700.
Attendees discussed loss and damage in the region, plans, supply of tents, drinking water and electricity, plans of DMC to distribute basic foodstuffs and cash assistance, safe accommodation for travellers at hotels, and security measures. The Vice-Senior General attended to the needs.
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Wed, 05/07/2025 - 11:07
Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, accompanied by Council Joint Secretary General Ye Win Oo and party, yesterday afternoon inspected the loss and damage at the medical wards and staff housing of Nay Pyi Taw People’s Hospital (300-bed) caused by the Mandalay earthquake.
The Senior General and party viewed round damaged parts of medical wards, intensive care units, staff housing, and operation theatres in the compound of the hospital where the Union Minister for Health and officials conducted the Senior General round the buildings.
In his response to the clarification, the Senior General stressed the need to systematically examine the damage and loss with the assistance of construction experts to repair necessary buildings and demolish dangerous buildings for the construction of new buildings. It is necessary to coordinate reconstruction measures among construction engineers and water and power supply officials to systematically calculate the construction of buildings with resilience to possible natural disasters. According to scrutiny over collapsed buildings in the earthquake, it is necessary to take lessons of dreadful losses in past events in which officials did not construct the buildings in line with the set standards. As such, officials need to supervise the construction of buildings rigorously.
As the buildings of Nay Pyi Taw People’s Hospital (300-bed) sustain a large number of the loss and damage caused by the earthquake, medical treatments are being given to patients at Zeyathiri Township Hospital (50-bed) temporarily.
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Wed, 05/07/2025 - 10:56
Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing yesterday afternoon inspected rescue, relief and rehabilitation measures for the earthquake victims in Nay Pyi Taw Council Area.
He viewed round repair of quake-affected damaged roads in towns for temporary use in Nay Pyi Taw Council Area by car.
At the Paunglaung People’s Sports Ground in Pyinmana Township, the Senior General asked officials about accommodation for the people, supply of water and electricity and toilet facilities. In his guidance, he stressed the need to open a temporary hospital and relief camp in the sports ground to provide medical treatment for the injured people. Moreover, it is necessary to arrange mobile hospitals and mobile operation theatres. In addition to ensuring water and power supply for the convenience of victims, officials need to issue tents and mobile toilets for them. Arrangements must be made for those from the damaged staff housings to nearby sports grounds as their accommodation.
On arrival at Nay Pyi Taw Stadium of the Sports and Physical Education Department in Shwekyapin Ward of Union Territory, the Senior General asked officials about accommodation, water and electricity supply and use of toilets. He also met with injured people who are receiving medical treatment at the temporary hospital run by the Ministry of Health at the gymnasium and asked about their injuries and health progress.
The Senior General instructed officials to arrange convenience of the patients in water and electricity supply and administrative measures, send the mobile operation theatre and medical officers from the Tatmadaw for medical treatment of the injured, accommodate medical teams from foreign countries, and provide medical treatment together with the foreign medical squads.
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Wed, 05/07/2025 - 10:53
Chairman of the State Administration Council Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, accompanied by senior Tatmadaw officers from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief, yesterday morning, inspected medical treatment provided for civilians, service personnel, Tatmadaw members and families who sustained injuries in the earthquake at the Trauma and Orthopaedic Ward of the Defence Services General Hospital in Nay Pyi Taw.
The Senior General cordially met the patients individually and asked about the conditions of injuries and the progress of health conditions. He also comforted and presented cash awards to them. The Senior General instructed the Director of Medical Services and officials to constantly monitor the health conditions of the patients to provide necessary treatment and arrange for them to have convenient accommodation, food and administrative measures.
The Defence Services General Hospital in Nay Pyi Taw provided necessary medical treatment to some 600 patients including civilians, State service personnel, Tatmadaw members and families who sustained injuries in the earthquake and managed emergency surgical operations on 30 persons. At present, the hospital admits 42 injured civilians, State service personnel, Tatmadaw members and families with necessary healthcare services.
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Wed, 05/07/2025 - 10:36
Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, reached out yesterday evening to Prime Minister of Pakistan Mr Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif, via phone to explore potential avenues for assistance for loss and damage in Myanmar due to severe impacts of the powerful earthquake on 28 March.
First, the Prime Minister of Pakistan expressed deep condolences regarding the severe earthquake that recently struck Myanmar, causing significant damage. He shared that Pakistan, along with the people of Myanmar, deeply feels the suffering and extended heartfelt sympathy. The Prime Minister wished for swift rehabilitation efforts to be carried out in Myanmar and expressed hope that Myanmar would quickly recover from the devastation. In the coming days, the Pakistani government and people will send 35 tonnes of humanitarian aid materials to Myanmar through two air shipments, followed by 17 additional tonnes of rescue equipment. The Pakistani government also pledged to continue providing any further assistance required by Myanmar. He expressed the hope that Myanmar would overcome the difficult period it is facing as soon as possible and emphasized the close, friendly, and cooperative relationship between the two countries, which they aim to further strengthen in the future.
The Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister expressed his gratitude for the kind words and assistance provided by a friendly country. He also affirmed that they will continue to cooperate and work together based on opportunities for collaboration. He also expressed appreciation for the telephone communication, the expression of condolences by the people of Pakistan, and the delivery of humanitarian aid from Pakistan.
The two countries enjoy a deep and cordial relationship. He also values the valuable communication and support extended by Pakistan. As of noon today, Myanmar has reported 2,065 fatalities due to the earthquake, with over 3,900 injured and approximately 270 people still missing. The 28 March, when the earthquake occurred, was a Friday, which is a day for Islamic prayers and supplications. Due to this, some damage and losses occurred. The Senior General said that currently rescue operations are being conducted. Regarding the posts on social media that claim around 700 Muslims were killed while praying, this is not true. The actual number is closer to around 500. The bodies of the deceased have already been recovered during rescue operations, and efforts to search and rescue others are still ongoing.
Afterwards, the Prime Minister of Pakistan said he expressed heartfelt recognition and acknowledgement of continued efforts being made for search and rescue operations regarding the casualties sustained in this incident informed by the Prime Minister of Myanmar. He also prays to their Lord for the swift recovery of affected Myanmar citizens. He wishes to express recognition of Myanmar’s efforts being made under challenging circumstances, and he would also like to mention that Myanmar can contact Pakistan at any time for further assistance if needed. Moreover, he said Pakistan has made arrangements to ensure that the rescue supplies, medicines, and ready-to-eat food sent from our country will reach Myanmar within 24 hours.
Next, the Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister expressed sincere thanks for the condolences and support sent by the people of Pakistan. He also reiterated his expression of gratitude for the relief materials provided to the people affected by the earthquake. It was further mentioned that, as friendly countries, both nations will continue to strengthen their cooperation. He also expressed appreciation for the words of encouragement and support.
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Wed, 05/07/2025 - 10:32
Chairman of the National Disaster Management Committee Vice-Chairman of the State Administration Council Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win expressed his thanks to the emergency rescue teams of China yesterday morning for their efforts in carrying out emergency rescue and relief operations in Myanmar.
A ceremony to honour and thank the Chinese emergency rescue teams which had completed their rescue operations in Myanmar took place at Tabaung Ground in Nay Pyi Taw.
The Vice-Senior General and all attendees observed a one-minute silence in mouring for those who lost lives and were injured in the powerful earthquake which struck on 28 March 2025.
Speaking on the occasion, the Vice-Senior General revealed that the powerful earthquake destroyed 48,834 public houses, 3,094 monasteries and nunneries, 2,045 schools, 2,171 departmental offices and buildings, 148 bridges, 5,275 pagodas, leaving 3,550 people dead, 4,814 injured and 160 missing from 28 March to 7 April.
Emergency rescue teams saved 653 survivors and recovered 700 bodies up to now.
China earliest dispatched 265 rescuers in four teams to Nay Pyi Taw. Moreover, China International Search and Rescue Team (CISAR) (Beijing) sent 118 rescuers and seven rescue dogs on 29 and 30 March whereas Chinese Blue Sky Search and Rescue sent 89 members and Hong Kong China Search and Rescue Team 51 members to Mandalay within 72 hours of the earthquake.
It is noted with appreciation that China was the first to send four search and rescue teams, totalling 265 personnel, to Nay Pyi Taw. On 29 March, the China International Search and Rescue Team (CISAR) from Beijing deployed 118 personnel along with seven search and rescue dogs to Mandalay. Moreover, 89 personnel from the Chinese Blue Sky Search and Rescue Team and 51 personnel from the Hong Kong China Search and Rescue Team were also dispatched by the People’s Republic of China – within 72 hours – demonstrating deep gratitude for this support.
The four Chinese teams including 265 rescuers and seven dogs arrived in Nay Pyi Taw on 29 March. Of these, three teams were deployed to Mandalay, and one remained in Nay Pyi Taw. The teams collaborated with local Myanmar firefighters, volunteers, military personnel, and Myanmar police in the respective townships, which was witnessed with great pride and appreciation.
In Nay Pyi Taw, a 37-member Search and Rescue Team from Yunnan Province’s Mining and Rescue Unit began operations on 29 March, conducting advanced search and rescue activities using specialized equipment at Pinlon Hospital in Ottarathiri Township.
Thanks to their efforts, they were able to rescue a woman alive at 5 am on 30 March 2025. Later that day, they continued the search and rescue operations and successfully recovered the bodies of two deceased women.
Moreover, the team carried out search and rescue operations in apartment buildings located in Zabuthiri Township. On 3 April, they managed to recover the bodies of two more deceased individuals from apartment numbers 1338 and 2376 after a challenging operation.
In total, the Yunnan Search and Rescue Team successfully rescued one person alive and recovered four deceased individuals. On behalf of the families affected by the earthquake, sincere gratitude was expressed to the team for their dedicated efforts.
Within the Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, the Yunnan Search and Rescue Team led by Mr Mu Shu Yuan collaborated with members of the Fire Services Department, utilizing modern and advanced rescue equipment to conduct search and rescue operations. Similarly, a team of 15 members from the Yunnan Health Commission and the Medical Emergency Department, led by Mr Feng Zeli, also cooperated in medical treatment activities at the Nay Pyi Taw General Hospital (1,000-bed).
In addition, they joined hands with the Ministry of Health’s Rapid Response Teams to conduct public health measures, including testing water samples, and participating in disease prevention and control activities. Their support and cooperation are deeply appreciated.
At the same time, it was also observed that members of the China International Search and Rescue Team (CISAR) (Beijing), comprising 118 personnel and seven search-and-rescue dogs, as well as 89 members of the Chinese Blue Sky Search and Rescue Team and 51 members of the Hong Kong China Search and Rescue Team, carried out tireless and dedicated search and rescue operations from 30 March to 7 April. On behalf of the affected families, deep gratitude and appreciation are extended. Thanks to these efforts, three survivors — two from the completely collapsed Sky Villa building and one from the Golden Country Hotel — were successfully rescued. On behalf of their families, we would like to express our heartfelt thanks.
Despite the extensive destruction across Mandalay, the emergency search and rescue teams managed to recover the bodies of 51 individuals from Sky Villa, five from Win Star Hotel, four from Paragon Hotel, one from Golden Country Hotel, two from Great Wall Hotel, and one from a residential building located at the corner of 26th and 81st Streets.
At such a time when Myanmar is currently facing natural disasters, we deeply appreciate the timely assistance provided in the spirit of a good neighbour and maintaining close, friendly, and familial relations. This includes the rescue and relief efforts extended to the people of Myanmar, medical treatments through mobile clinics, and a total of 447.69 tonnes of relief supplies sent so far by the government and the people of China. It is also learned that an additional 110 tonnes of supplies are expected to arrive today.
The government is sincerely grateful for such compassionate, humanitarian support, offered in the true spirit of friendship and neighbourliness, without any conditions or constraints. It especially appreciates the assistance and relief efforts extended to our earthquake-affected citizens with a full sense of empathy and solidarity.
So, the government expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Mr Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, who leads the Chinese government; the emergency rescue teams from Beijing, Hong Kong, and Yunnan Province; as well as Ms Ma Jia, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Myanmar, and all embassy staff.
The Vice-Senior General presented certificates of appreciation and gifts to members from China Search and Rescue Team, China International Search and Rescue Team and China Search and Rescue Team (Hong Kong). The Vice-Senior General provided meals to rescuers from China.
Also present at the ceremony were Union ministers, the Nay Pyi Taw Council chairman, senior Tatmadaw officers from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief, the commander of Nay Pyi Taw Command, deputy ministers, officials from the Chinese embassy and the Chinese military attache office and officials.
Chinese rescue teams carried out Assessment, Search and Rescue Level 4 in Myanmar. China will provide necessary aid and technologies for rehabilitation measures in Myanmar.
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Wed, 05/07/2025 - 10:29
Due to the powerful Mandalay earthquake on 28 March, a total of 6,730 mobile communication base stations were damaged. Thanks to the restoration efforts of mobile operators, 5,999 stations had been successfully repaired as of 6 April. Nationwide, only 731 stations remain in need of repair — 62 belonging to MPT, 237 to Atom, 164 to Ooredoo, and 268 to Mytel.
Although 15 post offices under Myanma Post were temporarily closed due to the earthquake, operations had resumed as normal by 31 March. Postal services at the central post offices in Nay Pyi Taw and Mandalay have also returned to regular operation.
Among the many damages caused by the severe earthquake, the quick restoration of electricity and communication services, along with the prompt construction and placement of temporary shelters, have been particularly notable achievements. These quick wins have been widely recognized and appreciated by both the general public and civil servants, who have expressed gratitude towards the government and responsible personnel.
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Wed, 05/07/2025 - 10:29
As the Myanmar government continues rescue and relief efforts in earthquake-affected regions by welcoming the International humanitarian aids, more aids are coming in.
A Malaysian Airlines aircraft carrying personal hygiene items and tarpaulin sheets donated by the Malaysian government landed at Yangon International Airport at around 10:20 am yesterday. The Disaster Management Department under the Ministry of Social Welfare, Relief, and Resettlement accepted the supplies.
Later, at around 3:05 pm, two Bangladeshi military aircraft delivered aid including rice and beans on behalf of the Bangladeshi government. Bangladesh’s Ambassador to Myanmar Dr Md Monwar Hossain formally handed over the donations, which Yangon Region Chief Minister U Soe Thein received it.
At 5:44 pm, a Vietnam Airlines flight from Hanoi arrived at Yangon International Airport carrying a 106-member Vietnamese rescue team, including eight search-and-rescue dogs, and 11,639 kilogrammes of relief supplies. Vietnamese Ambassador to Myanmar Mr Ly Quoc Tuan, along with Yangon Region Chief Minister U Soe Thein and regional ministers welcomed the team at the airport.
The relief supplies were promptly loaded onto designated vehicles by Tatmadaw men, Yangon City Development Committee staff and local logistics workers and then sent to affected areas under the supervision of the Yangon Region government.
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Wed, 05/07/2025 - 10:28
Yesterday, Secretary-General Mr Xu Zhanwei from the Chinese Enterprises Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar (CECCM) and Economic and Commercial Counsellor Mr Ouyang Daobing from the Chinese Embassy donated a total of five kinds of relief supplies to Office 1 of the Ministry of Investment and Foreign Economic Relations to support earthquake-affected staff.
Union Minister for Investment and Foreign Economic Relations Dr Kan Zaw expressed his gratitude for the donation of essential items such as blankets, mosquito nets, generators, instant noodles, and drinking water for the earthquake-stricken staff. He also mentioned that since the rainy season is approaching, there is a need to ensure shelter for the staff, therefore, requested the donation of prefabricated houses. Furthermore, he welcomed any kind of assistance that could be provided.
Following this, the Union minister, the director-general, and senior officials received the relief supplies donated by the Chinese Enterprises Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar (CECCM) and the Union minister presented a certificate of appreciation in return.
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Wed, 05/07/2025 - 10:27
KBZ Bank Limited has been actively carrying out emergency relief efforts in the earthquake-affected areas of Taunggyi, Shwenyaung, Aungban, and Inlay in southern Shan State. Staff from various KBZ Bank branches have been providing immediate relief assistance in response to urgent needs.
A team from KBZ Bank, led by Patron U Aung Ko Win, visited the affected areas immediately after the earthquake. They assessed the damage in Taunggyi, particularly in the mini-bus station in Thittaw Ward, where large rocks had fallen, destroying residential and commercial buildings. The team provided financial assistance of K500,000 to each injured individual.
Additionally, the KBZ team visited Shwenyaung Station Hospital, where they donated aid to doctors, medical staff, and pregnant women. In Aungban, they contributed K10,000,000, along with meal packs and essential emergency supplies, to the rescue team at Hotel Aungban.
Similarly, the team also travelled to the Inlay region in Shan State (South), where they provided necessary relief and assistance promptly.
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