CDF (Mindat) Announces Regulations on Town Residency
On February 9, the Chin Defense Force – Mindat (CDF-Mindat) issued regulations for civilians returning to reside within Mindat town and for cargo vehicles passing through the town. The regulations include 12 points for civilians and 9 points for vehicles.
Civilians wishing to return to the town will only be allowed entry with proof that they have contributed to the revolution fund during the time the town was under occupation. They may obtain the necessary confirmation for this from the ward or village administrators where they reside. Those who have not contributed to the revolution fund will be required to pay the revolution fund at the town's entrance gate before being allowed to enter the town, as announced by CDF-Mindat.
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