Despite of Continuous Conflict, Myanmar Military Regime Prepares to Summon Government Employees to War-Torn Bhamaw Town

Pajau Media

August 8, 2025

Despite fierce fighting in the Bhamaw region between military and resistance groups, the military council has begun operations to call and summon government staff back to Bhamaw, sources among local civil servants report.

“All government employees in Bhamaw district are being summoned. Groups are being gathered to send them in batches, sometimes by helicopter. Some are preparing eagerly, while others are worried,” said a staff member from the local education office.

Military presence remains active in Bhamaw, with the headquarters of Battalion 21 still occupied. Families of military personnel continue to reside there, and the summoning of government staff is believed to be closely linked to preparations for the upcoming election.

“In reality, Bhamaw is a conflict zone. With daily airstrikes and artillery fire, calling employees to return under such conditions raises concerns. Those who dare to go are essentially walking into death. But the main aim seems to be election planning,” the staffer continued.

As of August 8, air raids with Y-12 aircraft are ongoing, with supplies and reinforcements still being deployed to the university and Battalion 21 headquarters. On August 6 alone, there were 19 reported air raids, and the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) and allied forces returned artillery fire, with reports of explosions reaching Battalion 21’s armory.

Meanwhile, reports indicate the regime is making moves in nearby Waimaw to try and secure the area before the election, despite daily attacks and resistance from both drone and artillery strikes.

Locals say these measures put both the summoned government employees and residents at further risk, and many remain deeply concerned about the safety and purpose of the military’s actions, particularly as they accelerate efforts in advance of the planned national elections, which are expected to take place within six months of the recently ended state of emergency.

Reported by- Pilan U