Myanmar protesters hold 'Easter egg strikes' Protesters across Myanmar staged “Easter egg strikes” on Sunday, painting and writing anti-military slogans on eggs as a symbol of defiance and opposition | 5 April 2021 8:19 AM GMT YANGON: Protesters across Myanmar staged "Easter egg strikes" on Sunday, painting and writing anti-military slogans on eggs as a symbol of defiance and opposition to the February 1 coup. The eggs, decorated to mark Easter Sunday, were placed in public areas, while photos were also shared on social media, dpa news agency reported. Street protests were held in the regions of Yangon, Mandalay, Sagaing, Tanintharyi and in Kachin state, local media reported. The largest demonstration was in Mandalay, as people from the health and education sectors and students union all joined the strike.