The number of people fleeing Myanmar facing persecution after the military coup and seeking refuge in India has doubled in a week. The figure earlier was around 300, but it jumped to 733 last week as per the official data. 
The total number of refugees taking shelter in Mizoram bordering the Chin state of Myanmar stands at 642, while 91 others have been put in the unconfirmed category, said the official report of the state government.
The maximum number of refugees have been reported from the Champhai district, where 324 people are staying. The next most affected district is Siaha, with 144 people. Hnahthial, Lawngtalai, Serchhip, Aizawl, Saitual, Kolasib and Lunglei are the other affected districts.
Most refugees are policemen and their families and some army personnel who refused to shoot the protesters opposing the military rule.
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