Pajau Media
3rd October, 20244
An evacuee from the Nawng Hkring IDP camp has reported that, despite a month passing since construction began on new shelter/barracks for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), the project remains unfinished due to a lack of tarpaulin. The camp currently houses people displaced from Ga Ra Yang Village.
The evacuee shared that many IDPs still lack proper housing within the camp. Some have taken refuge in the homes of close relatives, while others have rented spaces outside the camp, but they face mounting difficulties over time. Efforts are being made to build barracks to house everyone in one location. However, despite starting construction in August, the barracks remain incomplete due to a shortage of tarpaulin shelters. Additionally, the bamboo used for the foundation has deteriorated.
With the evacuation lasting longer than expected, aid has significantly decreased. Some evacuees have turned to gold panning in the Irrawaddy River to support their families. Those without a male family member able to work are especially struggling with daily survival.
"The extended evacuation period has increased the number of IDPs, but support from Civil Society Organizations has dwindled. While basic food aid is sufficient, some IDPs face food shortages for the coming days," the evacuee added.
Since March, following military offensives by the KIA along the Waing Maw-Laiza Road, some IDPs from the Maina camp have moved to Nawng Hkring camp due to escalating tensions near Waing Maw Town.
Around 30 families have relocated to Nawng Hkring camp, and three barracks, each with 10 rooms, are being built to accommodate those living outside the camp. However, construction has stalled due to the shortage of tarpaulin. Currently, about 100 families are residing at Nawng Hkring IDP camp.
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