MYANMAR is a country with a culture based on the teachings of the monks, and is recognized by the world as one of the most prosperous countries in the world due to the religious efforts of the monks, authorities said.

A monk was killed by a terrorist group on 19 November and his body was cremated in Myaung Township, Sagaing Region, authorities added.

The incident took placeon 19 November at 3:30 pm in Myaung Township.

Monk U Pita (lay name U Ba Myint), who was worshipping at the monastery in Bukaing village, was killed by about 30 members of a terrorist group and his body was cremated (in picture).

Security forces are continuing to identify and prosecute the terrorists and bring them to justice.

MNA

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