CNI News

25 May 2026

Locals reported that Brigade 614 of the Shanni Nationalities Army (SNA) has enrolled 74 students in Banmauk Township, Sagaing Region, to support their education.

Currently, enrollment for students for the 2026-2027 academic year in Myanmar is being accepted from May 25 to May 30. Following this, basic education schools are scheduled to open on June 1.

According to locals and education staff, the SNA covered the school enrollment for a total of 74 students in Banmauk Township. This includes 17 students in Grade-12, 12 students in Grade-11, 18 students in Grade-10, 15 students in Grade-9, 11 students in Grade-8, and 7 students in Grade-7.

Banmauk Township is experiencing instability due to town-capture battles launched by the KIA-PDF joint forces, while the Myanmar Military and the Shanni Nationalities Army (SNA) are working to maintain peace and stability in the area.