KIA, KPDF members rejoin legal framework

The government is extending an invitation to those involved in various armed groups, including the PDF, to return to the legal fold. Those who do so are being provided with necessary assistance and support.

A total of four members of KIA and KPDF entered the legal fold yesterday. These returning members stated that they could no longer accept the terrorist acts committed by the armed groups and PDF, such as forced conscription, threatening, arresting, and killing innocent civilians and civil servants for the benefit of terrorist organizations, planting mines and destroying non-military infrastructure like roads and bridges. They also cited discrimination, internal hierarchical oppression, torture, killings, violence, poor living conditions, and demoralization due to an inability to resist Tatmadaw operations as reasons for leaving. Moreover, they expressed trust in the State and Tatmadaw’s peace processes and a desire to live peacefully under the law, hoping to contribute back to the State and people whom they had caused losses to.

The four individuals- two male members of KIA and one male and one female member of KPDF reentered the legal fold yesterday and were accepted by responsible officials. At the handover ceremony, PDF members were handed over to their parents or guardians at Ye Mahn Aung Hall of Tanai base in the Northern Command Headquarters yesterday.

Returnees handed over one Ko Pari rifle, one KA-25 gun, one K-25, four grenades, 600 bullets, nine magazines, one bullet-proof vest, one walkie-talkie and other materials to the relevant officials.

Officials rewarded K10 million for two rifles, K7.5million for one K-25 gun, K1.2 million for four grenades and K2 million for the returnees, totalling K20.9 million.

There are still individuals who wish to return to the legal fold. Those who intend to do so are encouraged to promptly contact and report to the nearest Tatmadaw bases or police stations. They will be welcomed and accepted, provided with the necessary assistance and support, and cash rewards for any arms and ammunition.

MNA/KTZH

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