27 February 2025
Authorities destroyed 20 acres of opium poppy fields in Panglong town in Loilem township of Shan state, according to the township Police Station.
The operation began on February 24, with police and local authorities working together to clear the fields. This is the third eradication effort in Loilem Township. Earlier, authorities destroyed around 960 acres of opium fields between December 7 and 15, 2024, and 563 acres of opium fields between December 31, 2024, and January 6, 2025.
Police are continuing operations to eradicate the remaining poppy fields in the township, the official said. #Myanmar #mtnews
