Songkhla: Songkhla residents united in wearing black, with loyal hearts, to send Mother Earth to heaven and express gratitude for Her Majesty's grace and to follow in Her Majesty's footsteps, following the royal initiatives bestowed upon the Thai people.
According to Thai News Agency, on October 26, 2025, Songkhla residents continued to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. Almost every home still displayed a portrait of Her Majesty on the wall, alongside that of His Majesty the King, as a way to pay homage and express gratitude. Many gave interviews, voices trembling, wishing for Her Majesty to rest in peace and that she would live forever in the hearts of Thais.
Ms. Jai Dee said, her voice trembling, "His Majesty has done so much for the Thai people, working tirelessly for them all along. He is the heart and soul of the entire nation. When I heard the news, I was speechless and almost in tears. I will teach my children and grandchildren to love their country and the land of Thailand, just as His Majesty taught us, and I will remember him forever."
At Jay Ni, a popular restaurant in Songkhla's Old Town, owner Nittaya said, "Her Majesty is the Mother of the Land." Upon hearing the news, the Thai people were deeply saddened by the news. Her Majesty devoted herself to the service of her people and cared deeply for mothers throughout the country, even establishing the National Mothers Association to honor the role of mothers. Today, with the passing of Her Majesty, the Thai people mourn with sorrow and wish to send her angel back to heaven with unwavering love and gratitude.
At markets and clothing stores in Songkhla Municipality, many people were shopping for black clothing to mourn and express their condolences. Although the government did not mandate it, most people intended to wear it with hearts filled with loyalty.
Mr. Somsak, a resident of Songkhla Province, expressed his deepest condolences upon learning of His Majesty's passing. He was a model of selflessness, performing numerous royal duties to improve the quality of life of the people. His Majesty particularly revitalized and promoted the arts and crafts, providing jobs and incomes to the poor and the sick. He also cared for the sick and impoverished, particularly his mother, who had received assistance through royal initiatives. He expressed deep gratitude and intended to wear black for the 30-day period of mourning.
Ms. Suporn revealed that she was shocked and deeply saddened after seeing the news on social media. She initially prayed it was fake news and never thought the day would come when His Majesty would no longer be with us. She admits she still cannot come to terms with it. His Majesty is full of compassion, as evidenced by his every royal duty alongside King Rama IX. The public can sense his concern for his subjects. She wants to express her deep love for him, and as a Thai, she will do good deeds to repay his kindness. Her entire family has started wearing black shirts, believing that in addition to expressing loyalty, it is also a time for Thais to unite and support one another.
Meanwhile, government offices, schools, and various organizations in Songkhla Province hung black and white cloth around fences and building entrances, and flags were lowered to half-mast to express their condolences and express their deepest condolences for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. The atmosphere was filled with deep sorrow and mourning.