TWENTY-FOUR PDFs, including 20 men and four women, who accepted the peace processes of the State and the Tatmadaw, re-entered the legal fold yesterday with eight firearms and ammunition.
These 24 individuals from Bago Region were warmly welcomed at Ayechanpyo Hall of Southern Command Headquarters, with Bago Region Chief Minister U Myo Swe Win, Commander Maj-Gen Soe Kyaw Htet, other relevant officials and parents of the returnees in attendance.
The returnees handed over one MA-3 rifle, one M4 rifle, one carbine, one BA63 rifle, one homemade pistol, three homemade guns, 10 grenades, one pair of binoculars, six magazines and 261 rounds of various ammunition. They were provided with a total of K32.4 million in rewards and necessary supplies before being formally handed back to their parents and guardians.
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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