Asian Tribune
Lamka/Moreh | January 19
THE MYANMAR and Indian armies have started using armed helicopters against National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Khaplang rebels in Myanmar.
The move marks a stepping up of a new campaign against the NSCNK, a rebel group fighting for greater independence from India and Myanmar believed to have several camps in Myanmar’s Sagaing Division.
The two armies launched massive joint operations against the group last week resulting in heavy casualties. Reports have said both Myanmarese troops and Naga rebels have been killed with some placing the death toll at 50.
Sources in India’s Ministry of Defense told “Asian Tribune” helicopter fire has caused serious injuries among rebels hiding in Burma’s dense jungles.
