Day: April 15, 2024

Director General of the Probation Department. Revealing the Songkran Festival Total drunk driving cases in 4 days were 3,737 cases, Bangkok highest at 399 cases.

Mr. Rueangsak Suwaree, Director-General of the Probation Department, said that during the Songkran festival There are statistics of cases in which the court ordered probation on April 14, 2024, a total of 2,136 cases, classified as 2,106 cases of driving while intoxicated and 30 cases of drugged driving. For the cumulative total of 4 days of 7 Dangerous Days, there were 3,890 cases, classified. There were 3,737 cases of driving while intoxicated, accounting for 96.07 percent, 3 cases of careless driving, accounting for 0.08 percent, and 150 cases of drugged driving, accounting for 3.85 percent. There were the highest number of drunk driving cases at 399 cases, followed by Nonthaburi with 227 cases and Samut Prakan with 214 cases. When comparing the statistics of cases entering probation on the 4th of the 7 Dangerous Days of 2023, it was found that
there were 315 cases of driving while intoxicated and In 2024, the number of cases was 2,106, an increase of 1,791 cases.

On this same day Probation offices nationwide Continue to support the work of officials in providing public services. in collaboration with probation volunteers network partners and probationers Including organizing landscaping and cleaning at risky spots in the community. Checkpoint visits and distribution of drinking water at public service points There were 93 checkpoints and community checkpoints with a total of 2,027 people participating in the activities in order to facilitate traffic for the public to travel and drive safely during the Songkran Festival.

Source: Thai News Agency

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Wat Don Klang, Phachi District, cool idea: use agricultural drones to pour water on Buddha images. Along with sprinkling holy water on the villagers who come to make merit on Songkran Day.

Songkran atmosphere At Wat Don Klang Villagers in Phra Kaeo Subdistrict, Phachi District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province Participated in bathing Luang Phor Yai A large stucco Buddha statue in the posture of Mara, 42 meters high, of Wat Don Klang. that the former abbot had built In the past, I had never been able to bathe Luang Por Yai. But this year, villagers brought drones for agriculture. Filled with holy water that was poured together to make merit. Bathing the image of Luang Pho Yai For the prosperity of the entire village

Phrakru Siripiphatthanaphon or Maha Heng, abbot of Wat Don Klang Revealed that he received merit from an elder with the rank of Bai Water Bua, Village Headman of Village No. 14, Uthai District, who brought a drone to fly to bathe Luang Pho Yai. Before the flight, villa
gers and monks joined together to give blessings and bring holy water and put it in the drone’s water tank. The abbot leads the prayers. Say the words of offering to bathe the Buddha By having villagers shake hands, hold shirts, and exchange arms with a high-ranking elder who is responsible for piloting a drone to fly up to bathe Luang Pho Yai Don. Fly above the head of Luang Pho Yai. Rotate around itself 3 times while sprinkling water. before flying around Make a wide radius 3 more times, releasing water to Luang Por Yai periodically. Villagers join in the ceremony. They raised their hands to say amen. with joy

After being flown to bathe Luang Pho Yai, it was finished. Got Buddhist holy water Sprinkle the people who come to make merit and sprinkle water around the temple area for good fortune. Create morale for the villagers There is a temple to rely on. There is religion to purify the mind. They also help to preserve the World Heritage Songkran tradition for future generations. By using new innovations Com
e in and create activities. According to the progress of the world.

Source: Thai News Agency

Chiang Mai, “Thaksin” Oo Kam Muang says he is very happy. Participated in the Pa Weni New Year event for the first time in 18 years and thanked the people of Chiang Mai, ministers, MPs and local politicians. Including the leaders of the Red Shirt group. who joined in pouring water on the head wish you happiness Be healthy and have encouragement. I believe that next year Thailand will definitely be prosperous.

The atmosphere at the Green Valley Residence, Mae Rim District, Chiang Mai Province, of Mrs. Yaowapa Wongsawat, younger sister of Mr. Somchai Wongsawat, former Prime Minister and brother-in-law of Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former Prime Minister. who opened their house to organize a water car diving event for Mr. Thaksin Using the name of the event “Sa Klao Dam Hua Muang New Year Tradition” which gave an opportunity to Red Shirt leaders and the Cabinet. Including the MPs -Former Pheu Thai Party MP Participated in pouring water on the head and asking for blessings from Mr. Thaksin. On the occasion of the S
ongkran Festival, Thai New Year, which was joyful. At 3:56 p.m., Mr. Thaksin arrived, which was approximately 1 hour later than expected. As soon as he arrived, there was a tung procession and puja drums played to welcome him by MPs. . were lined up to give the garland Ready to raise hands to pray and ask for blessings from Mr. Thaksin Mr. Thaksin rubbed his head and wished everyone happiness and strength.

Mr. Thaksin then gave the Red Shirts and local politicians an opportunity to join in pouring water and asking for blessings on the occasion of the city’s New Year.

Mr. Thaksin said to the guests attending the event that It’s the digital age. Which now digital money has arrived. And then you can dive online. But today I had the opportunity to join the event and it was a very happy day. I’m glad to be able to join in the tradition of pouring water on the head and for the first time in 18 years, which I haven’t attended for a long time. Many people came from their own bodies and asked if this was the real on
e or not. He was also confused as to whether he was real or not. I have to thank the ministers, MPs, and the Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organization president and friends, brothers and sisters, who came to pour water on our heads. Today it is considered that we have come to see each other face to face. It is a refreshing pouring of water. Thank you to local politicians as well. Ready to say in the language that I haven’t spoken for a long time. It’s starting to become difficult to speak, and I haven’t had much of a chance to wish anyone anything. Today I have the opportunity to wish blessings because the eldest is 75 years old. There are few people older than myself.

He would like to wish everyone well. The most important thing is Be healthy and fight for life. Have encouragement to fight for life. May everything go well and have good luck and success. May the government do a good job and be confident that they will help you take care of you and advise you on good things. To solve problems for the
country, have confidence in the government and the Cabinet. It will solve various problems for the people. I am confident that next year will be a prosperous year. This year may be a bit difficult because the budget cannot be drawn. I’ll be a little tired. But after the middle of the year it will start to get better. Especially next year, I’m sure it will be better. Now, wherever he goes, he sees all the stores closed. He was fond of the people. Therefore, it is the duty of the former Prime Minister who still has love for the country. Therefore, we ask that our people Please wait a bit. Soon it will come back to the way it was before. I would like to encourage everyone to be happy. Ready to conclude by inviting All the guests came to eat together.

After participating in the pouring water ceremony, Mr. Thaksin joined the group to eat dinner with Cabinet members, MPs and former MPs of the Pheu Thai Party. including local politicians and Red Shirt leaders Today’s atmosphere is happy. Within the event there was
the playing of Salo So Seung. Add a Lanna atmosphere During the New Year festival, the city was warm.

Source: Thai News Agency

Chiang Mai, Tourists flock to play in the water for Songkran around the Chiang Mai moat. It’s already the 4th day. One of the best-selling items is ice cubes. Add coolness to the water used for splashing.

The atmosphere of playing Songkran water around the Chiang Mai moat All day today Still crowded with people, both Chiang Mai residents Both Thai and foreign tourists holding water guns Carrying buckets of water, we settled down to play Songkran water around the moat for the 4th day, which the atmosphere was still fun. They splashed water until it was all over the road. There were people who settled down to play along the moat. Some of them carried around and sprayed water. Many people rode motorbikes, tuk tuks, Salengs, and even sat on the backs of water-laden pickup trucks to come out and have fun playing in the Songkran water.

Amidst the hot weather This makes ice become a best-selling product during Songkran in Chiang Mai. Because it is mostly used to add water to add coolness to the water used for spl
ashing around the edge of the Chiang Mai moat. There will be vendors holding up signs calling to customers, including men selling ice or hard signs, long, big, cool, creating a selling point, calling customers to come and buy ice at a price of 100 baht per block. Some shops sell more than 100 blocks a day, generating an income of tens of thousands per day. Ten thousand baht

Most people who buy ice to put in their water say that The hot weather makes the splashing water hot as well. So I helped add ice to the water to make it cooler. Because I want people who are splashed to feel refreshed. The water in the moat has been inspected for quality and is safe to play in. But there is a warning: be careful not to swallow the water or try to avoid getting it in your eyes.

Colorful Sand Pagoda Contest, Chiang Mai Province

As for the Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organization Organize a sand pagoda contest There were teams competing in a total of 25 districts, most of which were replicas of the Sai Chedi. It
is the pagoda of the temple. in their own district However, there was a sand pagoda built in a modified way, with the rules allowing 6 hours for construction of the sand pagoda, but it was not completed. Therefore, the time was extended to 8 hours, with each team having a skilled worker to construct which there would be 1 large pagoda and 19 subordinate pagodas, decorated with pork intestines. And the rainbow paper is very beautiful.

Results of the sand pagoda contest from Hang Dong District It is an applied type of pagoda. Carving a picture of the Buddha’s face won first place, winning a prize money of 100,000 baht, second place from Mae Wang district received a prize money of 30,000 baht, and third place from Omkoi district. Received a prize of 20,000 baht in order to promote local traditions and culture to be passed on to future generations. or grandchildren have seen the importance Beautiful local traditions In order to continue the legacy for the new generation.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Songkran Siam offers unlimited water for playing. Plus there’s a giant slide, fountain tunnel, and foam party to have fun with. As for Central World-Siam Paragon Bringing an army of famous singers and artists to perform a free concert. Open the front yard of the mall for swimming.

Songkran Siam Square A place that can be called It is the center for teenagers. This year there was lively swimming among families. and group of friends Both Thais and foreigners various ages The atmosphere is fun. At this point, there is clean water service for unlimited swimming along the route. Even though the afternoon weather was hot, the atmosphere was filled with happiness. There are also a variety of activities such as giant slides, fountain tunnels, and foam parties for you to join in the fun.

As for the Songkran atmosphere on Silom Road, it ended yesterday (April 14) after the road was closed to allow both Thai and foreign tourists to come out and splash water all over the area for two days. past Today the traf
fic surface on Silom Road has been restored. To open the traffic route again. It was also found that there were a number of tourists walking in the water on the sidewalks on both sides of the road.

During Songkran at famous shopping malls like Central World, Siam Paragon, there are famous singers and artists performing free concerts for you to see. And open the area in front of the mall for people to play together and have fun.

Source: Thai News Agency

Khon Kaen, Sudman, Khao Niew Road, Khon Kaen, tourists join in the alcohol-free human wave. The last day saw more than 160,000 people, breaking the record for playing the Friendly Human Wave, first held in 2019, when 120,000 tourists joined the human wave on the last day.

At 7:00 p.m. on April 15, 2024 at the stage in the middle of Khao Niew Road. Khon Kaen Municipality Mr. Theerasak Thikhayuphan, Mayor of Khon Kaen City Bringing Thai and foreign tourists Let’s ride the human wave without alcohol. “Friendship Wave” which tonight is the last night of the ultimate Isan Songkran tradition event. Dok Khun Siang Khaen Festival and Khao Niew Road, year 2024, by playing human waves tonight The Khao Niew Road stage was honored by Mr. Sermsak Phongpanich, Minister of Culture, along with his wife, Mrs. Riabrat Phongpanich, who came to join in the opening of the human wave playing activity. And the highlight of the day, which took place before the human surf, was the light and sound show, Songkran Legend, by Antonia P
oseu, first runner-up of Miss Universe 2023 and cultural ambassador of Thailand.

When it’s time to ride the human wave Mr. Theerasak Thikhayuphan, Mayor of Khon Kaen City The countdown signal has begun. before making tourists jump with their hands raised To start playing the most friendly human waves Passed on to tourists, both Thais and foreigners, who were waiting to join in playing in front of the stage. Starting point of Srichan Road intersects with Mittraphap Road It ends at Srichan Road. Around the intersection of Srichan Road Intersects with Na Mueang Road The distance is approximately 3 kilometers. Tonight there were more than 160,000 tourists who came to play in the human waves on the last night, breaking the highest record ever held.

Source: Thai News Agency

Chiang Mai, “Somchai” opens his house to hold a water pouring ceremony on the head of “Thaksin” on the occasion of returning home to travel for the city’s New Year festival. The atmosphere is happy. But there was rain and strong winds. causing the food booth tent to collapse

Today’s atmosphere At Green Valley Homestay, Mae Rim District, Chiang Mai Province of Mrs. Yaowapa and Mr. Somchai Wongsawat, former Prime Minister and brother-in-law of Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former Prime Minister. who opened their house to organize a water car diving event for Mr. Thaksin Using the work name: “Sa Klao Dam Hua Muang New Year Tradition” to provide an opportunity for red shirt leaders and the Cabinet, including MPs, former MPs of the Pheu Thai Party Participated in pouring water on the head and asking for blessings from Mr. Thaksin. The Songkran Festival, Thai New Year, was joyful. Red shirt masses, MPs and former MPs, as well as ministers, gradually traveled to attend the event.

For the schedule of Mr. Thaksin who tra
veled to Chiang Mai to attend the Pa Weni Muang New Year event. Between April 13 and April 15, for a period of 3 days, Mr. Thaksin went to eat chicken rice and khao soi, pay homage to Phra That Doi Suthep, and attend a party to meet MPs, as well as go to play in the Songkran water festival at Maya Department Store. last night And the morning is meant to be private with family. Before in the afternoon, we will travel to join the Songkran New Year festival in the city. At the water truck event at Mr. Somchai’s house Before returning to Bangkok at approximately 8:00 p.m.

Mr. Somchai told the guests that today is a good opportunity to join in celebrating the city’s New Year. Songkran with everyone by asking to say the word “Muang” Today is Phayawan Day. where everyone comes to pour water on the heads of the elderly By speaking to the Red Shirt crowd and guests attending the water pouring ceremony, they told Mr. Thaksin to wait a little longer. It’s almost time to arrive. So please join us for a meal first. Even
if there is some rain falling, it is considered that the heavens have given a blessing. It is considered an auspicious time to cool off, like sprinkling holy water to give blessings. As the owner of the house, I would like to welcome everyone and wish everyone happiness.

Before the event started at 3:20 p.m., there was a rainstorm and strong wind gusts. This caused more than 50 food booth tents set up at the party to fall on the lawn of the house. and the masses, including MPs who arrived Had to go into the building to shelter from the rain. Because today’s event is in the style of a Chinese table arranged in an open area .

Source: Thai News Agency