On a deserted road in northern Myanmar, Moe Moe prepares to launch a drone carrying a bomb towards a nearby military position. Moe Moe is only 18 years old. She is one of hundreds of women training, and fighting alongside men in pro-democracy groups across Myanmar. She is one of hundreds of women training, and fighting alongside men in pro-democracy groups across Myanmar. Moe Moe is part of one such rebel group, People’s Defence Forces (PDF) that was formed in 2021 to end the military junta's rule. Women in the Mandalay PDF are also performing a range of other duties, including joining patrols and working as medics. They also work in the administration that keeps the Mandalay PDF funded and fed. Story and Visuals: AFP Production and Voiceover: Yuvasree S Thank you for watching our video! You can subscribe to our channel here: https://bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit https://www.thehindu.com/ for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps: Android: https://bit.ly/3nboBEi iOs: https://apple.co/3EDCwt4 The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: https://bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_hindu/ #myanmar #mandalay #pdf