29 More Myanmarese Soldiers Entered into Mizoram ,Total Number Rises to 74

A significant development unfolded as 29 additional Myanmarese soldiers sought refuge in Mizoram following the takeover of their camp by an anti-junta group, according to a senior police official. This brings the total number of Myanmar military personnel who have fled to Mizoram due to recent clashes with the People Defence Force (PDF) to 74. Notably, some of these soldiers had previously been repatriated.

The latest group of 29 soldiers approached the police and Assam Rifles at Saikhumphai in Champhai district near the Tiau River, serving as the border between India and Myanmar, as revealed by Inspector General of Police (Headquarters) Lalbiakthanga Khiangte. These soldiers had abandoned their camp at Tuibual in Chin state, located just a few kilometers from the international border.

An official from Assam Rifles stated that the fate of these 29 Myanmarese soldiers remains undecided, as they are yet to be repatriated to their country. In a related development, 45 soldiers who had fled to Mizoram after the PDF overran two military bases in Myanmar Chin state were handed over to Myanmar military government on Tuesday.

Expressing concern over the escalating conflict, India called for a cessation of hostilities between Myanmar military and anti-junta groups along the international border. The ongoing unrest has resulted in a notable influx of Myanmarese individuals into Mizoram.

Since February 2021, when the Myanmar military seized power in a coup, the country has been grappling with widespread protests demanding the restoration of democracy. The military junta has employed airstrikes against opposition forces and those engaged in armed resistance.

Given the geopolitical significance of Myanmar as one of India strategic neighbors, the situation is closely monitored, particularly with a shared 1,640-kilometer border, including regions affected by militancy such as Nagaland and Manipur.

The influx of Myanmarese nationals seeking shelter in Mizoram has been substantial, with over 31,000 individuals having arrived since the coup in February 2021, reflecting the complex humanitarian and diplomatic challenges posed by the ongoing crisis.