Another Ngapali bombing victim passes away while receiving medical treatment

Narinjara News, January 7, 2026

Another person undergoing medical care has tragically passed away due to the bombing in Ngapali town.

The incident took place on December 29 in the Linthar neighborhood of Ngapali town, located in Thandwe township, Rakhine State, which is a well-known tourist destination famous for its stunning beach.

The person who has died has been recognized as U Win Naing, a 54-year-old man who lost his life on January 5 around 7 pm.

The junta air force executed two bombing missions, releasing four 500-pound bombs during each mission over the Linthar ward and the Kyarkangyi area of Ngapali town around 8 pm on December 29.

This led to the loss of nine lives, which included four children younger than 15 years old, and caused injuries to 12 others.