09/07/2026
Some Goods Spoil as Myitkyina-Mandalay Highway Remains Closed for Extended Period
Pajau Media
July 9, 2026
Some fresh produce and perishable goods have spoiled after cargo trucks were stranded for an extended period along the Myitkyina-Mandalay highway, causing financial losses for traders, according to truck drivers.
Fighting between the Myanmar military and resistance forces has been taking place along the road connecting Mandalay and Kachin State. As a result, cargo trucks traveling toward Mandalay have been stranded at the Katha-Naba junction since June 30, according to sources.
In addition, the Nant Hsai-Mae Zar and Indaw bypass routes have also been closed, leaving hundreds of vehicles traveling in both directions stranded for more than 10 days.
"Some have been stuck for around 15 days. All the goods have gone bad. Fish, fresh produce, seafood everything has spoiled. They are selling whatever they can at discounted prices in nearby villages, but they are still suffering losses," a truck driver said.
Some traders have now been stranded for so long that their goods have started to rot and emit foul odors. As the road closure continues, obtaining food has also become increasingly difficult for both truck drivers and passengers, according to sources.
In addition to the closure of the Myitkyina-Mandalay Union Highway, the Kan Paik Ti road, another vital transport route for Kachin State, has also been damaged by landslides. As a result, commodity prices in Kachin State are expected to rise further.
News: Zaw
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