Day: April 14, 2024

Silom, Today, Silom Road is closed for the last day of Songkran water swimming. From the time the road was closed at noon until it started to enter the evening. The atmosphere is even more lively. Both Thais and foreigners came to play in the water and have fun until it was crowded.

Source: Thai News Agency

Khon Kaen, Family Day Go to the temple to make merit by pouring water on the Buddha image at Wat Phra That Nong Waeng, Khon Kaen Province. In the evening, the ultimate Isan Songkran event. There is also an alcohol-free human wave activity. Yesterday, more than 100,000 people attended the event.

The atmosphere of the Khon Kaen Songkran Festival on the second day The news team traveled to Wat Phra That Nong Waeng Phra Aram Luang. Or what local people call Wat Phra That Kao Chan. It is another important landmark for Khon Kaen people who come to make merit on Songkran Day, which is considered a family day. Many people come to pay homage and ask for blessings. The temple has organized activities to bathe Buddha images. Pay homage to the Buddha’s relics Gilded Buddha statue Offering alms to monks to receive blessings and pouring water is considered an activity that allows the family to spend time together during the holiday season.

We talked with people who came to make merit today and gave information that Come
make merit regularly for peace of mind. And it is auspicious for yourself and your family. Join together to put good Dhamma teachings into practice.

After that, we observed people and monks perform the requiem ceremony to remember the grace of parents and ancestors who have passed away. It is a tradition that should be observed for prosperity in one’s life. Because April 14th is Songkran Day. And it is still considered a family day. Therefore, we are ready together to perform the ceremony today.

The monk who led the ceremony gave information that normally the place would be arranged to look more orderly and formal, but due to the changing times and the convenience of the faithful people, the format has been adjusted accordingly. Shorter and appropriate for the time, which is considered an activity that makes family members have gratitude and go to the temple to apply good things to their lives.

And another landmark for playing Songkran in Khon Kaen Province is the area of ??the city hall. Create an activit
y area Bring ancient houses to decorate for people to come and take photos. which are 26 ancient houses based on the concept of continuing the Songkran tradition in the Thai way. The traditional way of life of the Khon Kaen people There is a sand pile building activity. Food and drinks are sold from OTOP product representatives of each district, and in the evening there will be light and sound concerts every day. This area of ??the city hall It can be considered as another stopping point before people go to play and splash water on Khao Niew Road in the evening.

In the evening, Khon Kaen Province There are also activities for tourists to join in the fun, especially at Khao Niew Road where over 100,000 people attended yesterday and the highlight is playing the alcohol-free Human Wave at 7:00 p.m.

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Chiang Mai, New Year or Songkran Chiang Mai It is still full of fun by splashing water during Songkran at many points, playing until late into the night. It’s called the whole city being soaked. And there is also a beautiful colorful Lanna fair.

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Chiang Mai, New Year’s Eve or Songkran Lanna in Chiang Mai Still having fun including playing Songkran water around the moat Including retro Songkran To preserve Lanna arts and culture

This noon, take us to the Tha Phae Gate area. The atmosphere of playing Songkran water starts from early morning. And it’s becoming more and more bustling both at Tha Phae Gate and the streets around the Chiang Mai moat. There were Chiang Mai residents and tourists, both Thai and foreign, coming out to play in the water lively and having fun until the traffic started to get congested.

Today is family day and we will see many families coming out to play in the water. For example, this family brought their daughter, who was just over 1 year old, out to play in the water. Because I want my children to experience the atmosphere of Songkran in Chiang Mai.

In addition to the fun of playing in the water during Songkran In Chiang Mai today there is still a fun retro event. Visit the city for New Year At the foot of Nawarat Bridge an
d Chiang Mai Buddha Sathan which has a retro-style Songkran parade people and children teenagers and old people They will dress beautifully in the style of the rice fields of the past. In the midst of the atmosphere of making merit by pouring water on Phra Ko Sai Chedi and Pak Tung Cho Tung Chai. It’s like taking us back in time to the New Year traditions of Lanna 30-40 years ago, which some of the new generation said that I like and am proud to wear traditional clothes.

Today is also family day. which Mr. Sermsak Phongpanich, Minister of Culture who came to open the event and join in watching this event said that Songkran is a happy time for families to get together, which is an important part of making us live happier lives.

In various temples, we will see many things. The family went to make merit by pouring water on the Buddha image during the city’s New Year. or Songkran Lanna With a warm atmosphere on Family Day too.

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Chiang Mai, Thaksin and his family make merit at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. For good fortune to welcome the New Year Said that going back to Chiang Mai was fun. Let’s wait for good news. Next year’s Songkran, “Yingluck” may also come to make merit during Songkran. In the evening, go to Maya Mall to see the atmosphere of playing in the water during Songkran.

After Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former Prime Minister Walk around and eat lunch at Khao Soi, an old restaurant with more than 80 years of history. Mr. Thaksin likes the beef khao soi menu. By greeting the media Why don’t you go take pictures of young men and women? He’s a 75 year old man. He wants to see young people more. Then, as soon as he finished eating, Mr. Thaksin, along with Mrs. Yaowapa Wongsawat and Mr. Somchai Wongsawat, former prime minister, Travel to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. with Mr. Sermsak Phongpanich, Minister of Culture, along with his wife Mrs. Riabrat, and Mr. Pichai Lertphongadisorn. The President of the Chiang Mai Provincial Administra
tive Organization came to make merit, with Mr. Thaksin pouring water on the relics and receiving blessings from Phra Dhamma Minister. Abbot of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Ratchaworawihan

After the ceremony ended, Mr. Thaksin gave an interview to the media who asked Mr. Thaksin How did he feel about coming to join the Songkran tradition in Chiang Mai for the first time in 18 years and did he make any wishes? Mr. Thaksin responded with his own words, saying that it was fun and exciting, and his mind was at ease and calmer because he was back at home. Want to live a simple life And personally, when worshiping sacred things, we worship them with reverence. I didn’t ask for any blessings. Because after being born, God has already predestined it. And today is family day, being able to come back and be with your family and feel warm. The more I get to meet Thai people, encounter Thai traditions, culture, and Thai food, including brothers and sisters and friends. I saw everyone’s faces and was happy. Better than when l
iving abroad

When asked about coming to Chiang Mai for Songkran I made merit and missed it. Is Miss Yingluck Shinawatra, former Prime Minister’s younger sister? Because every year they live together abroad, Mr. Thaksin said that his younger sister wished Songkran well before traveling to Chiang Mai. So I said back that next year let’s make merit together. For Songkran next year, Ms. Yingluck There may be an opportunity to make merit together. But he didn’t know if it would be good news or not. Because at that time, when he was going back to Thailand, he only had determination that he wanted to return home. Even though I still don’t know how to return. But I thought from the first day I left Thailand that I had to come back.

As for the return of Miss Yingluck What method it will be, we don’t know yet. But I have the intention of wanting you to come back. Because of the case of Ms. Yingluck Not as complicated as myself As for what period it will be, I don’t know yet. Let’s see the events first. which Miss Yin
gluck I want to come back and say I’m lonely. Each person has a different mission. The younger sister is just as concerned about the country as herself. After becoming the government, he helped give advice.

Mr. Thaksin also said he was not worried if there would be further criticism. Because those who criticize criticize. But there must be a reason that can answer the majority of society. There are some small sections of society that are normal. No one can be completely satisfied. It’s normal for some people to live in the same house and still be dissatisfied with each other. Thaksin then returned to his residence. This evening, Mr. Thaksin will go to dinner at Le Coq d’Or, a French restaurant. Together with ministers and MPs of the Pheu Thai Party which after finishing eating In the evening, Mr. Thaksin will travel to see the atmosphere of the Songkran water festival in front of the Maya Center shopping center at the Rinkham intersection. Mueang Chiang Mai District Chiang Mai Province It is a gathering plac
e for both Thai and foreign teenagers. There, there is a stage for performances by singers and artists and is one of the sources for playing Songkran water. The late it gets, the more tourists there are.

Source: Thai News Agency

‘Pipat’ reveals that he has not yet found any Thai workers injured from the Israel-Iran situation. Worried after the embassy warned of war conditions Charged the labor ambassador to take close care

Mr. Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labor Revealing the conflict between Iran and Israel According to the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv’s announcement warning Thai people in Israel to stay in a safe place. Due to the attack from Iran As soon as he heard the news, he was concerned about Thai workers going to work in Israel.

From the impact of the said event on the part of the Ministry of Labor Therefore ordered the Minister Counselor (Labor) to the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel. Immediately expedite inspection and close supervision of Thai workers. According to the report of Mr. Kitthana Srisuriya, Minister Counselor (Labor) at the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv, it was found that at this time no Thai workers were injured or killed in the attack in the said situation. in any way

Mr. Pairoj Chotikasa
thien, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Labor, said that he would like all Thai workers working in Israel to Strictly follow the measures of the Israeli authorities. Follow news information from the Thai Embassy closely. Please follow the announcements of each locality. Or report information to the Labor Department of the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv if you wish to receive assistance. or affected In order to plan for further assistance. and asking relatives of Thai workers who go to work in Israel Don’t be alarmed. Please be assured that the Thai government Both the embassy and the Ministry of Labor will provide protection Take the best care and will monitor the situation closely

The Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv has issued a warning to Thai people in Israel. to safety guidelines Please do the following: 1) Prohibit gatherings of more than 1,000 people in all areas throughout the country. and closing educational institutions 2) in conflict areas Gatherings of more than 30 people are prohibited and 3
) Workplaces can only be opened with shelter rooms. The government has announced the closure of airspace and suspension of all flights from 12:30 a.m. on April 14, 2024 onwards until further notice.

For Thai people affected, please contact the Royal Thai Embassy. Telephone number (+972) 5 4636 8150, (+972) 5 0367 3195 .

Source: Thai News Agency

Assistant Police Commander reveals the overall picture of the first day of Songkran went smoothly. Remind people that playing in the water along the roadside should have limits. along with instructing supervisors to disburse allowances in accordance with regulations Do not tarnish the reputation of the organization.

Operations Center Royal Thai Police Office (PRO) Pol. Lt. Gen. Kornchai Klaiklueng, Assistant Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police (Assistant Police Commander) spoke about the Songkran Festival on the first day that all areas were open to the public. Playing in the water yesterday said that the overall picture of maintaining the safety of citizens and tourists throughout the country Initially it was reported that things were going well. As for the overall monitoring of the accident and traffic situation during the Songkran Festival 2024 during the 7 days, intensive control, with the first three days between 11-13 April 2024, there were statistics of accidents and deaths during the Songkran Festi
val decreasing. Compared to the same period last year This may be due to the strictness of law enforcement and citizens’ cooperation in complying with the law. Increase traffic discipline

Assistant Police Commander said that he has instructed police officers to be strict in performing their duties. Enforcing the law on 10 main charges and asking citizens to cooperate in cases where officials set up alcohol checkpoints. or check the speed of the car This emphasizes that you should absolutely not drink alcohol and drive. Because in addition to the risk of accidents Will be arrested by the police and prosecuted strictly. Having traffic discipline and following the law It will help reduce the rate of accidents and deaths.

Police Lieutenant General Kornchai said that he had emphasized road safety. Because it was found that some places where swimming was too close to passing cars Risk of accident Therefore, the boundaries should be clearly defined. There must be an officer stationed at the point to maintain order
in order to prevent accidents. Along with coordinating with the village headman, adults or related persons, do not allow children or youths to drive during this period. If seen, please notify your parents to bring the car back.

The assistant police commander also said that he had emphasized at the meeting the disbursement of allowances to police officers who perform duties during the Songkran festival. To facilitate the establishment of checkpoints and maintain safety for citizens and tourists. which has to expedite disbursement within 2 weeks by doing it transparently Budget corruption is prohibited. Every worker must receive such money. Don’t make the Royal Thai Police Damage occurred

As for statistics of accidents during the Songkran Festival, accumulated over the two days, 11-13 April, there were a total of 936 accidents, a decrease of 12.61 percent compared to the same period last year. The cumulative number of deaths was 116, a decrease of 10.77 percent compared to the same period last year. The cumul
ative number of injuries was 968, a decrease of 9.19 percent. The cumulative number of arrests in drunk driving cases over 3 days was 11,854. The highest statistics were in the Northeast. In the area of ??Provincial Police Region 3, there were 3,266 people, followed by the area of ??Provincial Police Region 4, 2,651 people.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Songkran Bangkok As bustling as other regions Many areas organize water swimming for Songkran. Especially popular swimming spots like Silom and Khao San Road. There are tens of thousands of people, both Thais and foreigners. They flocked to play in the water until the area was crowded.

Songkran atmosphere on Silom Road yesterday evening. There were many people crowding the area. The officials have opened the road for swimming since noon. Now people are flocking in large numbers, both foreigners and Thais. Until it was completely full in every swimming area on both sides of the road. The officials closed traffic on both sides from the Saladaeng intersection. until Nararom intersection To allow tourists to come play in the water from 12.00 – 20.00 hrs., there will be a screening point before entering and there will be police and municipal officials. Waiting to facilitate Strictly control safety and order along Silom Road. This year on Silom Road, a swimming activity was organized under the concept of
‘Free 5 P.’ which is free of porn, free of alcohol, free of water, free of large guns and free of powder. However, it was found that quite a few foreign male tourists took off their shirts. Wear only pants to swim in Songkran.

As for Khao San Road, one of 14 important points where big events are held in Bangkok. It’s equally tight. Both Thais and foreigners Come out and have fun playing in the water since midday. And the later it gets, the more lively it gets. Playing in the water all day went smoothly. It is estimated that there were tens of thousands of tourists coming to play in the water on Khao San Road yesterday because from an estimate at around 3:00 p.m., the number of tourists entering the area was already more than 20,000 amidst security measures. The officials have screened them to allow only one entrance and exit. Most tourists have been walking along the water since Bang Lamphu intersection. Enter Chakkraphong Road. Before reaching Khao San Road and exit on Tanao Road side which can release tour
ists smoothly without being too crowded

While the atmosphere this morning is still quiet. Because no one has come out to play Songkran yet. But it is expected that people will gradually come out to play Songkran from noon onwards. In the Songkran section at Khao San Road It will be held until April 15.

Source: Thai News Agency