Thousands of displaced civilians in Tonzang urgently need food, medicines

Thousands of residents displaced from downtown Tonzang and surrounding villages in northern Chin State remain unable to return home more than a month later, sparking urgent needs for humanitarian assistance, including medicines and basic food supplies.

Civilians from Tonzang's urban wards, adjacent villages, and communities east of the township bordering Kalay, Tamu, and Khampat have been displaced since May, facing severe hardships, an official from the resistance-run Tonzang People's Administration told Khonumthung News.

"People from downtown Tonzang and the surrounding villages are still displaced and facing extremely grim conditions," the official said. "Displaced populations across the township desperately need livelihoods, shelter, and medical assistance. We urgently appeal to anyone capable of providing support to join our relief efforts."

In addition to Tonzang’s urban centers, residents from around 30 villages—including Nakzang, Lungtak, and Khamzang—remain displaced.

While verified figures show that more than 1,700 people have been officially registered as displaced, local sources believe the actual number is significantly higher.

The displaced civilians have yet to receive institutional aid from international humanitarian organizations. Consequently, there is a critical shortage of medicines, particularly for those suffering from chronic illnesses such as heart disease, asthma, and gastrointestinal disorders, alongside a surge in seasonal illnesses like influenza.