Bangkok: Chatchart, candidate number 9, concluded his 24-hour campaign trip at Siam Square after visiting all 50 districts in Bangkok. He reiterated that his 260 policies are a promise to the people, based on four main pillars: people, city, systems, and economy. He also urged Bangkok residents to exercise their right to vote on June 28th in large numbers.
According to Thai News Agency, Chatchart Sittipunt, candidate for Bangkok Governor number 9, along with his "Bangkok Works" team, concluded their final campaign activity, a "Bangkok Across the City" tour. They had campaigned continuously for 24 hours, covering all 50 districts of Bangkok, to meet with citizens, communicate their policies, and encourage Bangkok residents to vote in the gubernatorial and Bangkok City Council elections on June 28th.
The atmosphere around Siam Square was lively, with crowds of people and supporters waiting to cheer on "Number 9" continuously. The event host for Chatchart's team introduced him as "the strongest former governor on earth" after he campaigned in all 50 districts within 24 hours. Speaking from a wooden crate in the middle of Siam Square, Mr. Chatchart stated that his team had worked tirelessly for the people over the past 24 hours, emphasizing that their main goal is to make Bangkok a city of opportunity and hope for everyone.
Mr. Chatchart stated that the "Bangkok Working" team's policies are based on four main pillars: "People," encompassing education, public health, and quality of life; "City," related to infrastructure and improved living standards; "Systems," focusing on transparency, technology utilization, and the efficiency of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA); and "Economy," aiming to create jobs and improve livelihoods for Bangkok residents. He said these four pillars have been developed into 260 policy plans, which the public can view in detail on the website teamchatchart.com. He emphasized that all policies and plans are promises made to the public and are designed for clear public scrutiny.
Regarding transparency, Mr. Chatchart affirmed the team's full commitment, emphasizing that transparency is fundamental to sustainable work. He stressed that a country and city need efficient, goal-oriented, and verifiable governance. Concerning the campaign, he described it as an enjoyable and creative process utilizing various methods. The team strived to communicate policies directly with the public, presenting their plans without attacking anyone, and using every moment of the year as a platform for dialogue with Bangkok residents. He stressed that a high voter turnout would signify a true public mandate and provide crucial support for the new governor to effectively work for the city.
Mr. Chatchart urged the public to exercise their right to vote early in the morning, as rain is possible on election day. He also asked people to bring their entire families to vote, and then rest after casting their ballots and wait to see the results in the evening. He reiterated that the election will be held on Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
'The ballot for the Bangkok Governor election is green, while the ballot for Bangkok City Council members is pink. I urge the public to choose someone they love, someone they trust, and someone who will lead the city to a sustainable future.' Mr. Chatchart added that he will cast his vote in the morning on election day, before following and awaiting the results along with the rest of the population.