The State Administration Council (SAC) yesterday issued a Martial Law Order in Mongmit and Mabein townships of Shan State.

The order, signed by the Secretary of the State Administration Council, Lt-Gen Aung Lin Dwe, grants Martial Law powers related to administration and judicial measures to the Commander of Northern Command under Section 419 of the Constitution. 

This move aims to enhance security, uphold the rule of law, and maintain local peace and tranquility in the specified townships.

The military commander is authorized to exercise Martial Law powers directly and can also transfer these powers to military region commanders, depending on the evolving situation. 

Currently, 57 townships across Myanmar are under martial law.

Since the political changes that began on February 1, 2021, the number of military administration townships has increased to 57.

They are  6 townships in Yangon Region, 8 townships in Chin State, 14 townships in Sagaing Region, 5 townships in Bago Region, 5 townships in Magwe Region, 4 townships in Kayah State, 1 township in Mon State, 2 townships in Kayin State, 2 townships in Taninthari Region and 10 townships in Shan State.