Security measures are tightened along the Sittwe coasts, schools and markets are still closed

Although the Rakhine State Capitol, Sittwe, was calm since June 15, the security is tightened along the coasts. In Sittwe, the areas that are not guarded formerly are now on guard. Along the coasts there are guards 24/7.

 

A witness said, “The guards are posted along the coasts. At nights there are polices everywhere. Moreover, I saw some police patrols on the other side of Sittwe harbor. Especially, it is an act to stop Rohingyas entering into the country from the waters.”

 

“Along the river near Shew Pyar village, the police and local villagers are patrolling the area. It is for the security of the village. The electric lights are on along the river because we can’t just tell the Rohingyas not to come across the river. We need to patrol the place.” said a villager.

 

Right now the local Rohingyas are placed in Bumay and Thae Chanung. However, many remain in Kaung Gyi Lan Village and Aung Mingala village.

Moe Wai (Rakhine State – Myit Makha)