Not only Thailand has 'Seven Dangerous Days' during Songkran, neighboring Myanmar is facing the same problems. At least 285 people have been killed and more than XNUMX injured in Myanmar's Buddhist New Year (Thingyan) celebrations. Most of the deaths occurred in traffic.

Almost every year there are many victims during the party Thingyan. Buddhists celebrate New Year by throwing water for four days. The idea is to purify the soul for a good start to the new year.

Last year, 272 people died in Myanmar during the Thingyan celebration. During the festival, residents take to the streets en masse, which creates dangerous situations.

Thingyan took place from Thursday to Sunday. In total, more than 1200 people were arrested, including in connection with drug use and theft.

Source: NOS.nl

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