Bangkok: The State Audit Office has swiftly set up a coordination center to assist victims impacted by the building collapse caused by the recent earthquake. The office has confirmed that the establishment of this center and its activities are proceeding in accordance with legal guidelines.
According to Thai News Agency, the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) reported that the new OAG office building on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, Chatuchak District, Bangkok, suffered significant damage due to an earthquake on March 28, 2025. This incident resulted in casualties, including deaths, injuries, and missing persons. The OAG expressed its condolences to the families affected and has committed to thoroughly investigating the incident to determine its cause and potential solutions. The Auditor General and other officials have already visited the site to coordinate with relevant agencies in providing maximum assistance to those affected.
The Office of the Auditor General had initiated the construction of a new office building, designed by Forum Architects Co., Ltd. and Meinhardt (Thailand) Co., Ltd., with a budget of 73 million baht in 2018. The project was executed with strict adherence to principles of transparency and accountability as outlined in the Government Procurement and Supplies Management Act B.E. 2560. The procurement process was open and equitable, resulting in a winning bid of 2,136 million baht, significantly lower than the estimated average construction cost.
The State Audit Office is committed to supporting the victims and has established a coordination center at the site of the building collapse. This center will collaborate with the Earthquake Operations Center and other government and private agencies to provide necessary assistance and facilitate relief efforts for those affected by the earthquake in Chatuchak, Bangkok.