Woman Seriously Injured by Landmine in Bilin Township

A woman was seriously injured after stepping on a landmine near Melanpharkadu village in Bilin Township, Mon State, local residents reported.

The incident occurred on November 6, when Daw Thein Win, 40, from Melankyaung village, accidentally stepped on a landmine while going to collect firewood near the village. The explosion caused severe injuries to her back, arm, and hip.

She was initially taken to Bilin Township Public Hospital and later transferred to Thaton District Public Hospital for further treatment. 

“Her condition remains critical,” a local resident said.