MODERN air-conditioned DEMU train sets are operating on the Yangon–Nay Pyi Taw routes to provide safer and more comfortable travel for passengers. Yangon suburban RBE trains are also running on upgraded tracks.

On 30 January 2026, around 6:35 pm, an unidentified person threw a stone at the RBE (Kh-7) train running between Insein and Hlawga stations in the Yangon suburban area. The impact shattered a passenger window measuring three feet and seven inches long and one foot and six inches wide. Yangon suburban police opened Case (Pa) 33/2026 under Section 84 of the Rail Transport Law. Security personnel inspected the site on 1 February at 1:30 am, and four suspects named Htein Lin Aung, Pyi Phyo Aung, Chan Myae Aung, and Kaung Myat Min from Shwepyitha Township were arrested.

Similarly, at 10:36 am yesterday, the 31 Up DEMU train on the Yangon-Nay Pyi Taw route was struck by a stone between Myohla and Yaeni stations (Mile 203/15-16). The stone broke a 6-inch window above seat A-4 in the third coach (DEMU-U-2004), causing the train to stop at Yae Ni station for 8 minutes. A case has been opened at the local police station.

Previously, on 28 October 2025, the No 7 DEMU train was attacked between Phyu and Zeyawady stations. The suspect, Htet Oo Lwin (aka) Ngahtaw Ni, was sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment under Section 84 of the Rail Transport Law by Taungoo District Court on 5 December.

Under Section 84 of the Rail Transport Law, anyone throwing objects at trains can face 5 to 20 years’ imprisonment and fines. Authorities are continuing to take legal action and urge the public to cooperate in keeping travel safe and secure.

MNA/ KZL

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