With a view to preventing traffic accidents during Maha Thingyan (water festival), a public awareness campaign on reduction of traffic accidents was launched this morning in front of BEHS in Palauk, Myeik District, Taninthayi Region.
Action will be taken against those who charge travellers more than the usual ticket prices during water festival in accordance with Consumer Protection Law in the town of Tachilek, eastern Shan state, according to Consumer Affairs Department.
District Medical Officer Dr. Khin Maung Yin and officials from Mrauk-U District Health Department gave health care services to people who were in IDP camps in Mrauk-U Township yesterday.
Floating water huts have been built in the Yunsalin Creek for holidaymakers who want to enjoy the walking Thingyan event in Papun Township, Kayin State for the first time.
