A dense bamboo forest in rebel-held territory surrounds the training ground in eastern Myanmar where more than 100 young people, mostly in their twenties, are undergoing rigorous military drills.
New recruits of the Bamar People's Liberation Army participate in a training session at a camp in a territory belonging to the Karen National Liberation Army , in Karen State, Myanmar on Mar 6, 2024.
The trainees' daily routine starts at 4am and ends at 9pm., with Sunday being their only day off. They endure hours of intense training without being allowed a single drop of water during the sessions. Their sleeping mats are laid out a few inches apart on the floor. Maintaining a tidy space is essential, so uniforms, toiletries and study books are neatly arranged on their makeshift beds.
A new recruit of Bamar People's Liberation Army stretches during a training session at a camp in territory belonging to the Karen National Liberation Army , in Karen State, Myanmar on Mar 6, 2024. In addition to military training, BPLA recruits undergo political education. After morning drills, a short break allows for rest or review of recent political lessons.
Ma Chel, a 25-year-old woman and deputy head of recruitment and screening for the BPLA, recalls her journey from civilian to soldier. After completing basic training, she said she was proud to become an instructor.
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