NUG and their subordinates PDF terrorists intentionally launched destructive actions across the nation to destroy the governance mechanism and development of the country such as planting mines and destroying public infrastructure including government buildings, roads, bridges, and dams, as well as burning homes of local civilians, while the government makes efforts from multiple sectors to ensure stability and development, including the construction of roads and bridges, excavation of dams and irrigation systems, and the provision of electricity to areas without access.
Meanwhile, PDF terrorists temporarily took control of the Thaphanseik Dam and surrounding villages in Kyunhla Township, Sagaing Region, and were conducting various acts of destructive actions.
Therefore, Tatmadaw columns systematically organized necessary forces and launched coordinated offensives, combining firepower and tactical manoeuvres, with the strong morale, determination, and perseverance of officers and soldiers. Despite operational constraints aimed at minimizing damage to infrastructure and equipment at the dam, they successfully recaptured the Thaphanseik Dam on 28 March and Indaing Village, located about 5,000 metres west of the dam, yesterday afternoon. Weapons, ammunition, and related materials were seized from the insurgents, who retreated after suffering significant casualties.
While retreating, PDF terrorists set fire to the Thaphanseik Hydropower Plant, resulting in damage and loss of power-generating equipment. They also continued to burn civilian homes in Indaing Village. Security forces carried out firefighting efforts and necessary security measures.
The terrorists had occupied the Thaphanseik Dam and hydropower plant since December 2025, during which time they removed valuable equipment and caused destruction. The Thaphanseik Dam is a major irrigation source supplying water to over 500,000 acres of farmland. The hydropower plant is also an important facility for the national power grid to supply electricity regularly. Its destruction has disrupted electricity generation and negatively impacted regional development.
Although the insurgents claim to act in the interest of local communities, their actions, such as burning down a non-military hydropower facility, have in fact hindered regional development. Residents have strongly condemned these acts. Security forces, in cooperation with relevant authorities, will undertake urgent efforts to repair and restore the damaged hydropower plant as quickly as possible. — MNA/KTZH
