Myanmar suffers worsening power cuts as junta prioritizes military zones

Power cuts have worsened across Myanmar, including in major cities like Yangon and Naypyitaw, after the junta implemented a new power rotation system on Sunday prioritizing military zones over civilian areas, local sources said.

When the sun goes down in Myanmar, small villages and major urban areas are often left in total darkness. In Naypyitaw, where military generals reside and electricity was once stable, locals say the regime has moved to reduce the amount of shared power for civilians.