Daw Kyi Pyar, the Permanent Secretary of the National Unity Government’s (NUG) Prime Minister’s Office, resigned on 21 February, 2026, amid a firestorm of criticism over allegations of corruption, nepotism, and abuse of power. Her departure follows a three-month investigation that culminated in a “severe warning” but stopped short of dismissal, a verdict that has triggered a major rift between the NUG government and its core support networks.
“The Prime Minister’s Office has received the resignation letter,” said Nay Phone Latt, spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office of the National Unity Government, confirming the matter to Mizzima.
Her resignation comes amid growing public criticism over how the NUG handled the allegations against her.
The controversy began in November 2025 when 12 former employees, including five members of the Civil Disobedience Movement (CDM), accused Daw Kyi Pyar and her husband, U Nyi Nyi Min, of misappropriating funds including claims of using state money for the care of personal pets and fostering a toxic work environment. While the NUG’s internal probe, led by Dr. Zaw Wai Soe, concluded there was “insufficient evidence” to prove legal corruption, the report did admit to “verbally abusive” behaviour and ethical breaches by her husband. The decision to issue only a warning sparked immediate and severe consequences:
Although the probe was initially expected to conclude within one month, it was only on 18 February 2026 that the Prime Minister’s Office issued a letter of “severe warning” addressing the case.
According to that letter, “the investigation found no legal grounds for action against Daw Kyi Pyar and no evidence warranting dismissal.” However, it concluded that “she had behaved impolitely toward staff and issued a strong warning for her to avoid such conduct in the future.”
On 21 February, the NUG released “a summary of the investigation team’s findings.”
The measures included issuing a “severe warning” to Daw Kyi Pyar, “suspending U Nyi Nyi Min and two relatives from their duties,” and “formally warning four currently serving employees among the complainants in writing.”
Following the announcement of these measures, the CDM Medical Network declared it would suspend all cooperation with the NUG. Telekyanmar, which provides online medical services, also said it would review the situation within a week and, if unresolved, would cease operating under the NUG Ministry of Health and instead function independently. Meanwhile, the University Admissions Guidance Committee halted all university admission processes conducted under the NUG framework.
Amid escalating criticism, a five-member investigation team led by Prime Minister’s Office Minister Dr. Zaw Wai Soe held an online press conference on 21 February to explain “the investigation’s findings and conclusions.”
However, the press conference triggered further backlash, as many observers said the explanations regarding the corruption and nepotism allegations were unsatisfactory.
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