Myanmar Junta’s Lottery Intensifies Conscription in Mandalay

Myanmar’s junta has started conscription in Mandalay Region for its 12th batch of military recruits.

The junta has a list of eligible individuals aged 18 to 35, using a lottery system to determine who gets conscripted.

Earlier this month, parents in Mandalay Region were forced to sign declarations agreeing to draw lots and voluntarily send their children to administrative offices if selected or face jail under the Conscription Law.