Post-quake rehab efforts in full swing

 

Various organizations, in coordination with local communities, continue implementing vigorous rehabilitation operations in areas affected by the recent major earthquake in Mandalay Region.

Lt-Gen Thet Pon from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army), accompanied by officials, inspected recovery efforts in Sagaing Region. They visited Swan Oo Pon Nya Shin Pagoda and Laykyun Mhan Aung Pagoda, which sustained significant damage during the earthquake. Local communities and organizations worked together to completely clear debris from the religious sites. Soil testing for structural stability is being carried out in preparation for the expansion of the pagoda platform, and comprehensive reconstruction of the pagoda compound is underway. Restoration work also includes beautification and rebuilding in line with traditional religious standards.

The inspection team also observed the removal of earthquake debris from monastic schools and religious buildings, including monasteries and nunneries in Sagaing, and assessed the ongoing reconstruction of damaged residential buildings. Heavy machinery is being used to accelerate clearing operations. Energy drinks were distributed to workers on site, and necessary coordination was made with responsible personnel.

Later, Lt-Gen Thet Pon and officials visited Sagaing Education College, where they inspected the demolition and clearance of school buildings damaged by the earthquake and coordinated required measures with relevant authorities.

Likewise, Lt-Gen Soe Tint Naing and officials from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army) conducted field inspections in Mandalay. In Chanmyathazi Township, they observed the clearance of earthquake-damaged structures at Shansu Seebabi Monastery and the main prayer hall of the Sasana Jotikaron Monastery in Kyunlon Ooshaung Ward. Tatmadaw members and operators used heavy machinery to ensure the swift removal of debris.

They also inspected the demolition of unsafe buildings in Kanthaya Ward and Myothit Ward 3 in Chanmyathazi Township, where clearing operations are progressing with the use of heavy machinery. Coordination was made to meet further requirements, and safety measures at the sites were discussed with relevant officials.

MNA/KZL

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