Myanmar resistance forces seize strategic “strongest fortification” in Kalewa after 10-day battle

Mizzima

Revolutionary forces have successfully captured the Aung Chan Thar village camp in Sagaing Region’s Kalewa Township, seizing weapons and ammunition following a gruelling 10-day battle that ended on 25 April.

The camp, which served as a strategic hub for military and trade operations, was defended by approximately 50 junta personnel. Despite its reputation among military circles as one of the area’s “strongest fortifications,” the base fell to a coalition of People’s Defence Forces (PDF) after over a week of intense ground fighting.

“There were deaths and injuries on the side of the junta. We also obtained weapons and ammunition, though no prisoners of war were taken,” a member of the defence forces told Mizzima.

The Salingyi-based “Bed Nga Nyo” group released a documentary video following the victory, showing fighters celebrating inside the captured facility and mocking the junta’s claim that the camp was an impenetrable stronghold.

The victory was achieved despite the junta’s attempts to repel the assault through repeated aerial bombings.

Following the fall of the camp, surviving military troops reportedly retreated to Sin Aing Ma village, a known stronghold for the pro-junta Pyu Saw Htee militia.

While active clashes have paused since the base was secured, military tensions in the township remain high as revolutionary forces monitor the regrouped junta and militia units in nearby Sin Aing Ma.

Official details regarding the exact number of casualties and the volume of seized equipment are expected to be released by defence officials shortly.