Bangkok: The Comptroller General's Department is accelerating efforts to disburse compensation to police and military personnel who have served along the Thai-Cambodian border. This initiative is part of a broader move to ensure that those who have been injured, disabled, or lost their lives in the line of duty receive the financial support they are entitled to.
According to Thai News Agency, the department is urging relevant government agencies to apply for pensions to compensate these individuals and their families. Ms. Patricia Mongkolvanich, Director-General of the Comptroller General's Department, emphasized the need for coordination between government agencies and the heirs of affected personnel to process pensions and benefits in line with legal guidelines.
Military officials who suffer injuries will receive compensation during their hospital stay. In cases of disability, those removed from service due to their condition can opt for a normal or special pension. Even if they continue in service, they can choose between compensation or a special pension. Upon resignation, they are entitled to both a normal and special pension. In the event of death, eligible heirs such as parents, spouses, and legal children will receive a special pension, inheritance benefits, and funeral assistance.
For conscripts and volunteer soldiers, the process is similar. Injured personnel will receive compensation during hospitalization. Those disabled are entitled to a special pension, welfare rights, children's tuition fees, and medical expenses for themselves and family. In case of death, their heirs receive a special pension, compensation, and funeral assistance.
Additionally, those assisting the government, including village headmen and volunteers, may also be eligible for compensation as stipulated by law. They can receive medical treatment compensation for injuries and, in cases of disability, a living allowance in addition to disability compensation. Should they die, their legal heirs are entitled to compensation and funeral assistance.