TATMADAW columns have been carrying out security and area-control operations along the Kamamoung–Papun road, where the authorities say combined forces of the KNU, KNLA and PDF terrorist groups had previously maintained temporary control.
According to the authorities, the groups carried out attacks and planted mines along the route, damaging roads and bridges and disrupting the movement of goods and people. The authorities said the disruption affected local supplies, prices, healthcare, education and livelihoods.
Military columns began operations to reopen the route from Kamamoung on 5 May, 2026. They subsequently regained control of a number of villages along the road, most recently Hpalongyi village on 7 September, according to the authorities.
The authorities said 56 clashes occurred during the operations. They also reported the seizure of 11 temporary bases, 15 firearms, 24 FPV drones, 243 mines and other ammunition and equipment.
Meanwhile, military engineering units, working with relevant government departments, have repaired bridges damaged in the conflict. The Yepu Bridge and Mile-40 Bridge were completed on 23 and 24 June, respectively, while the Kanyindon Bridge was reopened on 24 August.
The authorities said vehicles and travellers can now use the repaired sections normally. Efforts will continue, with local participation, to reopen and restore control over the remaining Hpalongyi– Papun section of the route. — MNA/ST
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