Myanmar Exclusive: SAVIOR OR SCAMMER? NUG’s Sagaing Fundraising Chief Accused of Siphoning Millions for Luxury as War Refugees Starve

This case highlights a critical vulnerability in the resistance movement: the absence of a robust, independent financial oversight mechanism. As the political crisis in Myanmar seeks international legitimacy, the trust of donors is its most valuable currency. By M. Richard A storm of internal dissent is threatening to shatter the fragile trust in the National […]

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This case highlights a critical vulnerability in the resistance movement: the absence of a robust, independent financial oversight mechanism. As the political crisis in Myanmar seeks international legitimacy, the trust of donors is its most valuable currency.

By M. Richard

A storm of internal dissent is threatening to shatter the fragile trust in the National Unity Government’s (NUG) financial networks, as whistleblowers accuse a high-ranking regional fundraiser of running a brazen “half-for-me, half-for-the-cause” scheme. Demands for an independent forensic audit are mounting against one Chaw Suu Han, reportedly the head of the NUGPay fundraising apparatus in Sagaing Region, who stands accused of diverting tens of millions of Kyats—intended for war refugees and frontline fighters—to finance a lavish personal lifestyle.

While Chaw Suu Han is alleged to have publicly solicited donations since 2023 for noble causes such as school construction and communication equipment for local People’s Defence Force (PDF) units, internal documents obtained by the Sagaing Funding Rise Group reveal a stark contradiction. The financial opacity stands in sharp contrast to the dire needs of displaced families in Salingyi township, juxtaposed against the social media display of luxury assets by the official and her family.

Chaw Suu Han, an alleged member of the People’s Revolutionary Aid Force under the [Ministry of Defense of Myanmar’s National Unity Government], has been managing an online pay account. Under the guise of funding humanitarian aid, she has collected millions of Kyats from towns including Salingyi in Sagaing, as well as Gangaw and Myaing in Magway.

 

Sagaing has become one of the epicenters of resistance against the military regime.

 

‘The Missing Ledger’ and the Amnesty International Grant

In September 2025, facing mounting accusations of financial malfeasance, Chaw Suu Han had issued a defiant but elusive defensive statement, according to a source. She is reported to have stated, “I have published all accounts” and further challenged her accusers, stating, “Want to see the books? Come audit them face-to-face—but you must guarantee your safety,” before announcing, “I have stopped all aid. I am no longer accepting donations.”

However, internal sources contradict these claims. Whistleblowers report that “no comprehensive accounts have been published”, no audit reports submitted to the NUG, and that despite her public statement, she continues to solicit funds under the banner of “People’s Donations.”

Perhaps the most damning allegation involves international funding. Sources allege that since early 2023, Chaw Suu Han allegedly received grants from Amnesty International totaling 3.5 million Kyats per project, titled “Support for Democratic and Human Rights Defenders in Myanmar.” Whistleblowers claim these funds were never utilized for revolutionary purposes, never registered in official donation lists, and were instead funneled directly into her personal coffers.

A Symptom of Systemic Rot

Chaw Suu Han’s case is not an isolated incident; rather, it is a stark symptom of what critics describe as deep-seated corruption endemic to the NUG’s financial structures, said a source.

Allegations have been hurled at may others. Kyaw Moe Tun (NUG Rep to UN): Allegedly misappropriated $2.6M from the Myanmar UN account, paying only $300k in dues while the rest vanished while Chaw Suu Han allegedly collected millions in donations with unclear accounts and missing supplies.

Daw Kyi Pyar was the Permanent Secretary of the Prime Minister’s Office for Myanmar’s shadow National Unity Government (NUG), serving until her resignation in February 2026. She was embroiled in a major controversy starting in November 2025 over allegations of corruption, nepotism, and bullying, often described by critics as running her office as a “family business” She is also accused of appointing husband and nephew to the Presidential Office; of embezzlement and purchasing million-dollar jewelry. Another leader Pencilo fled to the US under the guise of “revolution,” buying property and opening businesses, labeled a “Revolutionary Merchant” while Chaw Suu Han, claimed 3.5 million Kyats per project donation for refugees, yet the funds remain unaccounted for. |

PM Mahn Win Khaing Than has been accused of inaction regarding the Daw Kyi Pyar case, shielding “his own people.” Chaw Suu Han, in the meanwhile, never investigated or held accountable by the NUG; instead packaged by some media as a “Revolutionary Model”, said a source who did not want to be identified.

As one internal critic reportedly noted, “When high-ranking officials weaponize ‘security’ and ‘political sensitivity’ to shield graft, the grassroots is forced into a predatory scramble to ‘grab and run’ as the only means of survival.”

The Response & The Silence

When approached for comment by journalists, Chaw Suu Han reiterated, “I have published all accounts,” but failed to provide a public link to these records. She continued to challenge critics to “audit face-to-face” while citing safety concerns.

Meanwhile, the [NUG Prime Minister’s Office](https://www.nugmyanmar.org/) has maintained a wall of silence. Since September 2025, complainants have repeatedly contacted the office via email, open letters, and Messenger demanding:

– An independent audit of Chaw Suu Han’s funding sources and usage.

– Full disclosure of all foreign funds received and their specific purposes.

To date, the NUG has not responded.

Local citizens who have reported her financial opacity have faced threats and intimidation. Due to her regional influence and alleged protection by certain officials, the voices of whistleblowers have been systematically silenced.

This case highlights a critical vulnerability in the resistance movement: the absence of a robust, independent financial oversight mechanism. As the political crisis in Myanmar seeks international legitimacy, the trust of donors is its most valuable currency. Without transparency, the risk of systemic corruption threatens to erode the very foundation of the cause.

Such actions, if found to be true through legal process, violate not only the laws of Myanmar but also the sacred duty of loyalty to the people. If the NUG fails to act, critics warn, the morale of the resistance—and the flow of life-saving donations—may soon dry up entirely.

 

 

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Suspended NIA SP, Inspector extorted huge money by threatening to implicate in false cases in Manipur: FIR

Dy, SP (Admin) NIA, HQ, New Delhi Sudhanshu Shekhar Shukla lodged a complaint with Central Bureau of Investigation for further investigation as NIA enquiry has revealed the possibility of threatening other people/witnesses and extorting a huge amount of money from them TFM Report NIA SP Sh Vishal Garg, who was suspended for bribery in Manipur, […]

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Dy, SP (Admin) NIA, HQ, New Delhi Sudhanshu Shekhar Shukla lodged a complaint with Central Bureau of Investigation for further investigation as NIA enquiry has revealed the possibility of threatening other people/witnesses and extorting a huge amount of money from them

TFM Report

NIA SP Sh Vishal Garg, who was suspended for bribery in Manipur, had extorted Rs 60 lakh from three persons between May and August 2022, when he was posted in NIA Imphal, by threatening them for falsely implicating them in terror funding cases.

Dy, SP (Admin) NIA, HQ, New Delhi Sudhanshu Shekhar Shukla lodged a complaint with Central Bureau of Investigation for further investigation as NIA enquiry has revealed the possibility of threatening other people/witnesses and extorting a huge amount of money from them.

The Dy SP(Admin) NIA also named NIA inspector Imphal Rajib Khan as accused in his complaint to K Siva Subramani, IPS, SP CBI. AC-II, New Delhi. Following the complaint, the CBI registered an FIR, a copy of which is with The Frontier Manipur, against Sh Vishal Garg, the then SP NIA, Imphal, and Md Rajib Khan, Inspector NIA Imphal, on April 26, 2023.

READ FIR COPY HERE: NIA NIA FIR FIR

They were booked under IPC Section 120-B (criminal conspiracy) and 388 (extortion) and sections 7 and 7a of the Prevention of Corruption Act. They were suspected of Criminal Conspiracy, Obtaining undue advantage, Extortion by threat of accusation of an offence, taking undue advantage to influence public servants by corrupt or illegal means or by exercise of personal influence (Other).

NIA internal enquiry findings

In his complaint, Shukla stated that Information was received from sources that Sh Vishal Garg, the then SP, NIA Branch Office, Imphal, along with Rajib Khan, Inspector, NIA Imphal, was collecting huge amounts of money from residents of the State of Manipur through cut-outs, by threatening them for falsely implicating in NIA Cases After receiving the said information, an internal enquiry was conducted against Sh. Vishal Garg, and Md Rajib Khan.

Shukla said enquiry has revealed that NIA had registered a case vide RC No 08/22/NIA/DLI dated 09.03.2022 with the allegation that the active cadres of terrorist organizations, including but not limited to Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), United Liberation Front (UNLF) and People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), all proscribed under UAPA are raising funds in the State of Manipur, in furtherance of their terror activities. The said case was assigned to Sh Tushar Bishat, Inspector/Chief Investigating Officer, NIA Imphal for investigation,

The enquiry further revealed that Sh Vishal Garg, being SP, NIA Imphal Branch was the Head of the Branch and the First Supervisory Officer in NIA RC No. 08/22/NIA/DLI. On the directions of Sh Vashal Garg, Md. Rajib Khan was assisting in the investigation of the said case, he added.

Shukla further said the enquiry has revealed a clear modus operandi of the accused officers wherein certain businessmen/professionals were called for examination, mostly without legal notices. They were threatened with false implications in the NIA case, in the presence of Sh Vishal Garg,. Thereafter, Md Rajib Khan, Inspector would offer help to them in lieu of money. The amount to be paid would be negotiated and payment, in cash, would be received by Md Rajib Khan and thereafter, the matter would be closed.

The enquiry has revealed that using the above modus operandi, Md. Rajib Khan had collected Rs 10 lakh (cash) from Sh Inaocha Takhellambam @Naoba S/o Late Thambalngou, Rs 20 lakh (cash) from Sh N Momon Singh S/o Late Moirangningthou and Rs 30 lakh (cash) from Sh Laishram Hemanta Singh S/o Laishram Modhumangol Singh, all residents of Imphal, during the period from May to August 2022, at the instance of Sh Vishal Garg, he added.

As enquiry has also revealed the possibility of threatening other people/witnesses and extorting huge amounts of money from them, this aspect needs to be also investigated, said the Dy SP(Admin) NIA in his complaint to the CBI.

Urging the CBI to take up needful action, Sukla said the internal enquiry has revealed the indulgence of Sh. Vishal Garg and Md Rajib Khan in corruption and criminal practices.

The CBI SP directed Inspector (AC-II Delhi) Ravi Shankar Kumar to take over the investigation.

Vishal Garg was shifted from Manipur just three months ago in January this year. His successor took over the charge on January 28, 2023. This is the second time that Garg was placed under suspension on charges of corruption. In 2019, Garg, along with two other NIA officials, was placed under suspension for allegedly demanding Rs 2 crore from a Delhi-based businessman for not naming him in a terrorism funding case involving Mumbai attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed.

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Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/12/of-mr-biren-and-our-media/

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Politics is as they say is one of the dirtiest business, and the players involved are rated in an equally similar manner. Corruption and nepotism are prevalent everywhere and, similarly, no less in Manipur. Issues from time to time crop up in myriad ways inclusive of the Inner Line Permit, AFSPA and every human right […]

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Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/12/of-mr-biren-and-our-media/

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Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/09/tete-a-tete-with-the-education-minister/

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Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/05/first-visible-step-to-check-corruption-take-it-to-the-highest-level/

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