The Battle of Mindat was the first large-scale military engagement of the current Myanmar civil war between civilians and the State Administration Council.

The battle was reflected a growing trend of armed resistance in the lead-up to the formal declaration of war on 5 May by the National Unity Government of Myanmar.

[citation needed] After the official formation of the CDF, renewed clashes began on 10 April, killing three junta soldiers.

The junta stormed the town on 15 May, firing heavy weapons accompanied by airstrikes,[6] and the CDF withdrew along with thousands of residents, to plan their next move.

As many men had left Mindat, increasing levels of sexual violence against women and looting of property were reported.

In July 2021, the CDF seized control of a police station in the village of M'kuiimnu, Mindat Township.