THE Government is extending an invitation to those involved in various armed groups, including the PDF, to return to the legal framework. Those who do so are being provided with necessary assistance and support.
Yesterday, six KIA, KPDF and PDF members – five males and one female – entered the legal fold with arms and ammunition.
The returnees were handed over to their parents and guardians at a ceremony held at the Bala Min Htin Hall of Northern Command. The event was attended by Kachin State Chief Minister U Khet Htein Nan, Commander Maj-Gen Aung Zaw Htwe, relevant officials and parents of returnees. The returnees handed over one M-79 LL 40MM grenade launcher, two K-25 rifles, one KA rifle, 20-40MM grenades, one grenade, 270 7.62 bullets, five magazines, one bulletproof vest and other items to the commander. Officials then presented cash rewards, including K7.5 million for the M-79 LL grenade launcher, K15 million for three rifles, K6 million for 20 grenades, K300,000 for one grenade, K200,000 for one bulletproof vest and K9 million for the six individuals who returned to the legal fold.
Those who reentered the legal fold were required to sign pledges, after which they were systematically handed back to their parents and guardians. There are still individuals who wish to re-enter the legal framework. Those who intend to do so are urged to promptly contact and report to the nearest district or township administrative bodies, military units, or police stations, where they will be welcomed back and provided with necessary assistance. Appropriate cash rewards will be granted for the arms and ammunition. – MNA/KTZH
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