An Indian Army cross-border drone bombing in Pansaung Township, Naga Self-Administered Zone, has drawn sharp criticism from a Naga nationalist politician and local residents, who say the incident exposes the Myanmar junta’s inability to protect Myanmar’s sovereignty.
The criticism follows a drone bombing carried out by the Indian Army near Kyaethayauk village, Pansaung Township, at around 3 am on 1 February.
“I don’t understand what goes through the minds of those who claim, ‘Myanmar is a sovereign country and not even an inch has been compromised. This incident clearly shows that they are incapable of defending themselves,’” a Naga politician, who requested anonymity, told Mizzima on 5 February.
He also criticized the junta’s silence over repeated cross-border incursions, noting that Myanmar’s neighbours including China, Thailand, and Bangladesh have lodged strong protests in similar situations.
“India, a democratic country, is acting beyond international standards and norms, fully aware of the Military Commission’s weaknesses, and is committing these violations,” the politician said.
During the attack, a bomb reportedly exploded on farmland owned by U Zin Kyae, a farmer from Kyaethayauk village near the India–Myanmar border. While some local media reported no casualties, other unconfirmed sources claimed that two civilians were killed and three others injured.
There is speculation that the bombing was intended to pressure the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K), led by U Yone Aung, which has refused to engage in peace talks with the Indian government.
However, a Naga resident said the incident reflects the junta’s failure to ensure the safety of civilians living near areas where armed groups operate.
“India may be targeting the NSCN-K, which has rejected peace talks, and there are also Assamese and Manipur rebel groups that previously fought against India in this area. But if such attacks take place, the authorities are clearly unable to protect the lives and property of the people,” he said.
This is not the first time the Indian military has conducted drone strikes on Myanmar territory. Previous attacks have also resulted in civilian casualties, according to a statement issued by the United Tangshang Naga Council (UTNC) on 3 February.
The UTNC said Indian forces crossed the border and bombed Karmwaylawri village in Lahe Township, Naga Autonomous Region, on 20 October 2025, killing two local residents. Earlier, on 13 July 2025, drone attacks were also carried out in Nanyun and Lahe Townships.
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