Ayutthaya: The Prime Minister inspected the flooding in Ayutthaya to expedite sustainable relief and solutions. He is also moving forward with integrating agencies and spending a budget of hundreds of billions of baht to develop irrigation systems and water management.
According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, along with other high-ranking officials, visited the flood-stricken region to assess the situation. The Prime Minister was welcomed by members of the public at Wat Khokhiran, who greeted him with roses and support. They sang and took selfies, while the Governor of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province briefed him on the severity of the flooding.
The Governor confirmed that the affected areas are not designated as water retention zones and requested compensation for the victims struggling with their livelihoods. The Prime Minister expressed gratitude for the warm reception and reiterated the government’s commitment to serving the people’s needs effectively. He highlighted the unified efforts of the government and coalition parties to maximize public benefit.
The Prime Minister acknowledged the recurring nature of the flooding in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, originating from the Chao Phraya River catchment area. He is committed to implementing a flood mitigation plan. The government plans to expedite the completion of the Bang Ban and Bang Sai drainage canals by 2026, which aims to handle a drainage capacity of 1,200 cubic meters per second. Upon completion, this project is expected to prevent future flooding in the province.
The Prime Minister assured that disaster relief funds would be fully distributed to the victims without any omission. He urged local government executives to stay informed about available budgets for public assistance, emphasizing the ease of budget approval due to his dual role as Prime Minister and Minister of Interior.
After the inspection, the Prime Minister visited the Bang Chani Subdistrict to assess flood damage and distribute consumer goods to affected residents. Mr. Anutin, addressing concerns about civil servant transfers, assured that they were made appropriately and urged public trust.