Disgraced Wat Rai Khing abbot disrobbed over B300m embezzlement

Phra Thamma Wachiranuwat, 70, disgraced abbot of Wat Rai Khing in Nakhon Pathom, wears a white cloth after he was disrobed on Thursday night for allegedly embezzling 300 million baht from temple funds to gamble online. (Photo supplied/Wassayos Ngamkham)
After being disrobed on Thursday evening for supposedly embezzling 300 million ringgit from church funds to overspend online, Phra Thamma Wachiranuwat, 70, is the disgraced bishop of Wat Rai Khing in Nakhon Pathom. ( Photo provided/Wassayos Ngamkham )

As police expand the inspection and uncover more information about gambling sites and those involved, Phra Thamma Wachiranuwat, the disgraced priest of Wat Rai Khing in Thailand’s Nakhon Pathom state, has been disrobed for supposedly embezzling 300 million ringgit from church money to gamble online.

At 8.42 p.m. on Thursday, the famous Buddhist temple’s bishop, who is 70, was ceremoniously removed from the monastery in front of a Buddhist memorial in front of a Buddhist statue.

On Thursday, Phra Thamma Wachiranuwat, known as” Chao Khun Yaem,” turned himself in to Bangkok officers as they approached him to request an arrest warrant for allegedly extorting money from the church.

The original priest, whose real name is Yaem Inkrungkao, admitted to transferring hundreds of millions of ringgit in 2021 to a second think, a near female associate, during police interrogation.

According to the police investigation, funds were transferred from the monument’s bank account to his specific profile and then to the woman’s. She is suspected of running gaming sites.

A search operation at Wat Rai Khing was led by Pol Maj Gen Charoonkiat Pankaew, the deputy commissioner of the Central Investigation Bureau ( CIB ), on Friday, expanding the investigation’s scope to find more data on financial connections to gambling platforms.

Officials examined four places, three inside the church grounds and one outside. Their main concern was the original abbot’s religious home, which he also held as chancellor of Ecclesiastical Region 14. During the hunt, the temple’s associate abbot helped police gain access to the original abbot’s residences.

Police on Friday searched the monastic living quarters of Phra Thamma Wachiranuwat, abbot of Wat Rak Khing in Nakhon Pathom. (Photo supplied/Wassayos Ngamkham)

Police searched Phra Thamma Wachiranuwat, the bishop of Wat Rai Khing in Nakhon Pathom’s religious residence on Friday. ( Photo provided/Wassayos Ngamkham )

A laptop, mobile phones, and other electronic gadgets were taken for evaluation, along with some other documents.

According to Pol Maj Gen Charoonkiat, the research was intended to identify clues about the money path to another bank accounts, and authorities would awaken those responsible for questioning them. The soldiers may concentrate on cash transactions that were related to online gaming.

According to reports, the original priest allegedly requested a fellow priest to give the adjacent women associate money to add credit to a betting website. The victim’s account was reportedly accessed by at least 31 million baht, despite the disappearance of the other monk involved in the reported embezzlement.

Aranyawan Wangthapan, 28, was detained by police on Thursday in connection with the incident. Prior to being detained last year for allegedly working with the Lagalaxy911 playing website, Ms. Aranyawan was released on bail.

Three businesses reportedly laundered money through this gaming website, according to the woman, were connected to them. Over 800 million baht had been circulated between the three companies over the past five weeks, according to authorities.

According to police, Ms. Aranyawan acknowledged during questioning that she had known the original bishop of Wat Rai Khing since she had attended Wat Rai Khing School. She had initially borrowed 40 million ringgit from him in 2021 for purchase. She had since then gotten in touch with him often via phone and video calling.

Police arrest Aranyawan Wangthapan, 28, a female associate of the abbot of Wat Rak Khing, in Pattaya on Thursday. (Photo supplied/Wassayos Ngamkham)

On Thursday, authorities in Pattaya detained Aranyawan Wangthapan, 28, a woman associate of the priest of Wat Rai Khing. ( Photo provided/Wassayos Ngamkham )

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Premchai, 14 others report to police over Bangkok tower collapse case

BMA results page to the state inspection agency, and authorities seize for additional inquiries.

Premchai Karnasuta, president of Italian-Thai Development Plc, reports to Bang Sue police on Friday. (Photo: Police via Wassayos Ngamkham)
Italian-Thai Development Plc’s President, Premchai Karnasuta, speaks with Bang Sue authorities on Friday. ( Photo: Wassayos Ngamkham Police )

14 different people, including Premchai Karnasuta, the president of Italian-Thai Development Plc ( ITD), reported to the police on Friday over criminal charges stemming from the decline of Bangkok’s State Auditing Office building, which left 92 people dead.

The 71-year-old building mogul was in a chair at Bang Sue police station to combat costs of professional carelessness causing death.

The ITD executive vice president, Kriengsak Kovadhana, and architect Pimol Charoengying, who certified the original design, were also among the people who turned themselves in.

They were one of 17 people wanted on suspicion of allegedly playing a role in the 30-storey building’s dangerous collapse on March 28. After investigators discovered that the tower’s style lacked safety standards and even contained poor materials, warrants were issued.

Nine people are also missing, and 92 have been killed in the dangerous decline, which was caused by an earthquake in northern Myanmar.

Noppasin Poonsawat, lieutenant director of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, said “expert assessments revealed that the structural design did not comply with governmental regulations or fulfill the professional standards outlined in the terms of reference.”

According to Pol Maj Gen Noppasin, there were also abnormalities in the construction materials used, including poor cement and steel, and forged signatures were also discovered.

He claimed that two more defendants did report to authorities on Monday and that the 15 defendants have been taken to court for pre-trial trials and have denied all costs.

On Monday, City Hall officials, volunteer rescue workers, and related parties pay tribute to the victims of the Chatuchak district of Bangkok's collapsed State Audit Office ( SAO ) building by placing flowers and standing in mourning. ( Photo: District Office of Chatuchak )

On Monday, City Hall officials, volunteer rescue workers, and related parties pay tribute to the victims of the Chatuchak district of Bangkok’s collapsed State Audit Office ( SAO ) building by placing flowers and standing in mourning. ( Photo: District Office of Chatuchak )

The building’s principal specialist is the ITD-CREC joint enterprise. CREC stands for China Railway No. 10 Thailand.

The Chatuchak district’s 2.1 billion-baht building site was officially declared safe by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration on Thursday, and the place was handed over to State Audit Office members.

The page was finally taken as the studies are still being conducted, according to Bang Sue officers captain Pol Col Sanong Saengmanee.

The Bang Sue police station is in charge of the castle place.

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Klatham seen as prepping for coalition rift

Klatham Party de facto leader Thamanat Prompow, chief adviser to the party, greets dairy farmers at parliament on March 24. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul)
Klatham Party de facto leader Thamanat Prompow, chief adviser to the party, greets dairy farmers at parliament on March 24. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul)

The Klatham Party’s luring of MPs from other political parties is a calculated move to boost its bargaining power as well as to support the Pheu Thai Party in case the latter severs its political ties with Bhumjaithai, according to political observers.

Klatham’s rise on the political scene is being closely watched after leader Narumon Pinyosinwat confirmed this week that more than 10 MPs from various other parties are expected to defect to it soon.

MPs are not legally proscribed from switching parties while serving unless they are expelled.

Stithorn Thananithichot, director of the Office of Innovation for Democracy at King Prajadhipok’s Institute, said the recruitment of MPs by Klatham is a medium- and long-term plan to increase its political leverage to secure more cabinet posts.

“The party definitely wants more power to bargain for more ministerial seats. Although the MPs can’t simply switch parties, they can still vote as instructed by Klatham when key legislative drafts such as the budget bill are put up for a vote in the House of Representatives,” he said.

Mr Stithorn said Klatham aims to be a medium-sized party after the next polls, which means it will be a deciding factor in the formation of a government if no party secures a decisive win. An early House dissolution will give the party an advantage, he added.

“However, Klatham is speculated to join hands with the Pheu Thai Party after the next polls unless the latter fails to meet its target,” he said.

In the long term, the party is being built to support its chief adviser, Capt Thamanat Prompow, in case the Shinawatra family washes its hands of politics, according to the analyst.

Olarn Thinbangtieo, a political science lecturer at Burapha University, said Klatham has started its move of luring MPs after its candidate Kongkiat Ketsobat recently won the by-election in Constituency 8 in Nakhon Si Thammarat with 38,680 votes — the party’s first success in the province.

The party has figured out how to manoeuvre and is capitalising on the growing tensions between Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai to strengthen its position as potentially the third-largest party in the coalition government, he said.

According to Mr Olarn, the tension between the two parties has prompted politicians in the so-called ‘uncle’ parties to reflect on their careers and decide that they have to start looking for new parties to ensure their political survival. The term refers to the Palang Pracharath and United Thai Nation parties.

“With Klatham growing and being an ally of Pheu Thai, it has more leverage and can expect to get more ministerial posts. The MPS who are seeking new parties see this as an opportunity,” he said.

He added that Pheu Thai, which is struggling politically, will also benefit from Klatham’s rise as the latter can penetrate the provinces that the ruling party has failed to tap into.

Mr Olarn said Klatham can secure more than 30 seats in future elections because it has vast resources at its disposal and it has apparently found a strategy to counter Bhumjaithai, as seen in the outcome of the recent by-election in Nakhon Si Thammarat’s Constituency 8.

Progressive Movement core member Pannika Wanich said Klatham’s announcement about defectors is a move to bargain for cabinet seats. But she expressed doubts that the party can lure as many “cobra MPs” to successfully snatch the coveted interior minister post away from Anutin Charnvirakul, the Bhumjaithai leader.

She also harshly criticised the PP’s Chon Buri MP Krit Chevathamanon for severing ties with the party and demanded he be expelled over a conflict of ideology. Ms Pannika said the MP was elected because of the party but has since betrayed voters.

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Thailand’s Klatham Party seen as prepping for coalition rift

Klatham Party de facto leader Thamanat Prompow, chief adviser to the party, greets dairy farmers at parliament on March 24. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul)
Thamanat Prompow, the party’s general director, welcomes dairy farmers at legislature on March 24. ( Photo: Apichart Jinakul )

Social observers believe that the Klatham Party’s enticing of MPs from various political parties is a calculated move to strengthen its bargaining power and help the Pheu Thai Party in the event that the latter breaks its ties to Bhumjaithai.

After head Narumon Pinyosinwat confirmed this week that more than 10 MPs from several different parties are expected to fault to it soon, Klatham’s fall on the social scene is closely watched.

If an MP is expelled while serving, they are not officially prohibited from changing events.

The appointment of MPs by Klatham is a moderate- and long-term strategy to increase its social leverage in order to fill more government positions, according to Stithorn Thananithichot, chairman of the King Prajadhipok’s Institute.

More governmental seats are undoubtedly a discount for the party. The MPs may still cast their votes as instructed by Klatham when important legislative proposals, such as the budget bill, are up for a vote in the House of Representatives, he said.

If no gathering secures a significant gain, Klatham will still be a medium-sized group after the next elections, which means it will be a deciding element in the formation of a state. He added that the group will benefit from a party’s first dissolution.

Klatham is rumored to ally with the Pheu Thai Party if the latter doesn’t fulfill its goal, he said.

In the event that the Shinawatra community becomes embroiled in politics, the group is being built, according to the researcher, to help its main director, Capt Thamanat Prompow.

After Kongkiat Ketsobat’s victory in the by-election in Nakhon Si Thammarat with 38, 680 vote, the group’s first victory in the state, said Olarn Thinbangtieo, a teacher in political science at Burapha University.

The group has figured out how to maneuver and is making the most of the growing conflicts between Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai, he said, to strengthen its position as the coalition’s potential third-largest party.

According to Mr. Olarn, the conflict between the two parties has caused politicians in the so-called” brother” parties to indicate on their careers and decide to start looking for new parties to confirm their democratic survival. The functions of Palang Pracharath and United Thai Nation are referenced by the name.

Klatham now has more influence and is able to expect to win more governmental messages because of its growth and alliance with Pheu Thai. This is an opportunity for the MPS who are looking for fresh events, he said.

He added that Klatham’s rise may help the political struggling Pheu Thai, which has the ability to scavenge in regions that the ruling group has failed to exploit.

According to Mr. Olarn, Klatham has the ability to secure more than 30 tickets in upcoming elections because it has a lot of resources at its disposal and appears to have found a way to fight Bhumjaithai, as seen in the results of the most current by-election in Nakhon Si Thammarat’s Constituency 8.

Klatham’s news about defectors was a move to contract for seats in the cabinet, according to Progressive Movement core member Pannika Wanich. However, she expressed doubts about whether the party can entice as many” snake MPs” to successfully appoint Anutin Charnvirakul, the Bhumjaithai chief, to become the party’s interior minister.

She likewise harshly criticized Chon Buri MP Krit Chevathamanon of the PP for severing ties with the organization and demanded that he be fired because of a political issue. According to Ms. Pannika, the MP was chosen as a result of the party’s leadership but has since betrayed citizens.

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Senate panel demands referendum on casino bill

Anti-casino demonstrators rally at Government House on March 27. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul)
Anti-casino protests take place at Government House on March 27. Apichart Jinakul is the photographer.

A Senate specific commission that is reviewing the proposed casino-entertainment difficult act has called for a vote on the questionable venture, warning that it might violate the constitution if passed into law.

The commission chaired by Sen Veerapun Suvannamai held a meeting on Thursday where the main topics of discussion were going to be examining the proposed policy and reviewing the key points of the draft legislation.

The commission asked Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to give an explanation of the government’s position. She delegated the task to deputy finance secretary Julapun Amornvivat, but she was absent on an official trip to Vietnam.

Additionally, Mr. Julapun was unable to go because he was accompanying the prime minister on the trip to Vietnam. Sen Veerapun claims that the visit of Ms. Paetongtarn was therefore postponed until June 5.

Otherwise, the committee descended into discussions of the bill’s intellectual component.

Sen Chirmsak Pinthong, a council advisor, claimed the government’s draft legislation was a covert attempt to legalize large-scale games.

He criticized it for giving a scheme board chaired by the prime minister increased authority. He refers to the table as the” game case.”

There are clarity concerns raised by the document law, which dimly limits state income generated from game concessions to no more than 5 billion ringgit rather than setting a cap on the amount allowed.

He also questioned why agreements may be made without a bidding process, without a common reading or environmental impact assessment of the job.

Mr. Chirmsak cited rumors about possible casinos, including a 3,800-acre plot of land at Bangkok’s Klong Toey Port. With property values estimated to be around 1.2 million ringgit per square woo, acquiring the site may require updating the Port Act.

The buyers will have the right to access land value 100 billion ringgit if they only use 10 % of that area for a casino. However, investors would only give the state 1.1 billion baht in concessions every in exchange.

Another suggested locations include Chon Buri’s U-Tapao region and Chiang Mai’s San Kamphaeng city.

If things didn’t go according to plan, Mr. Chirmsak warned that the 30-year game agreement would be a burden on coming generations.

A council member, Kaewsan Atibhoti, said the task might be used to attract foreign investors.

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Conscript triggers inquiry with ‘forced driving’ claim

Following information that an agent from Udon Thani state forced a soldier to operate as a car driver and pocketed the majority of his wages, the House committee on national security proposes to investigate allegations of abuse within the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF ).

The panel’s chair, People’s Party ( PP ) list-MP Rangsiman Rome, claimed yesterday that the conscript at the center of the alleged exploitation was required to make 3, 000 baht a day from his taxi service.

He argued that this should not be viewed as a crime involving just one secret entity.

I believe action must be taken to stop such a practice, according to Mr. Rangsiman, “if it involves the use of energy and the promise of economic benefits.”

The situation would be different if the soldier had not been on work and had only wanted to make more money, he said.

After the conscript, who was a member of Wing 23 in Udon Thani, sought assistance from social media personality Ekkapop Luangprasert, the creator of the” Sai Mai Tong Rod” ( Survive ) Facebook page, the accusation was made public.

The soldier claimed that his officer had pressured him to carry out the work that was against his remit and meet the monetary deadline.

He officially began working before sunrise and didn’t stop until midnight to accomplish the goal.

After the RTAF intervenes and launches an inspection, Mr. Rangsiman said he would talk with party-list MP Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, who is the chairman of the House committee on military matters.

The soldier filed a formal problem with the RTAF yesterday, assisted by Mr. Ekkapop. He has been given permission to remain with the Security Forces Command of the RTAF until he is ready to return to his system in Udon Thani.

A fact-finding research has been ordered, according to AM Prapas Sornchaidee, the RTAF official, and the agent in question has been moved from his present position to ensure clarity in the research.

If the agent, who is said to keep the rate of squadron innovator, is found to be in the wrong, he added, administrative and judicial penalties may be brought against him.

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Premchai faces arrest over SAO tower collapse

Premchai Karnasuta, 71, president of Italian-Thai Development Plc, and 16 others have been arrested by the Criminal Court following the deadly collapse of the State Audit Office ( SAO ) building in the wake of the March 28 earthquake.

The suspects are accused of skilled neglect causing death under Sections 227 and 238 of the Criminal Code.

Premchai: Warrant was issued

Premchai: Warrant was issued

The house’s style was in violation of safety regulations, with poor concrete and steel structural deficiencies in the core lift shaft, and the building’s design. 92 people were killed and nine were hurt in the collapse, which was caused by an quake, with four also missing.

The additional 16 accused include designers, supervisors, and companies from three different organizations: the development companies Italian-Thai Development Plc and China Railway No. 1, and the design firms, which are both owned by the ITD-CREC joint venture. 10 ( Thailand ).

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G-Token plan draws criticism

Economic experts have criticized the government’s plan to introduce the electronic Government Token (G-Token ) as a new funding tool, warning that it may contravene existing laws and mislead the public.

The government approved the digital token scheme on Tuesday, which is intended to act as a substitute channel for issuing securities to financial investors. The G-Tokens guarantee yields higher rates than typical bank loan interest rates.

But, Thirachai Phuvanatnaranubala, the former finance minister and deputy mind of the Palang Pracharath Party’s monetary matters group, has raised legitimate issues.

He noted that the common debt control act of 2005, which regulates common borrowing, does not take into account digital assets.

According to Mr. Thirachai, Section 10 of the Act allows borrowing under the form of debts, if there is written proof of debts.

The legislation was intended to regulate private-sector activities rather than state funding, despite the legalization of online tokens under the 2018 Digital Asset Business Emergency Decree.

He emphasized that amending the 2005 Act to give the Ministry of Finance the necessary authority and create a constitutional framework for issuing common debt via electronic tokens would probably require this action.

The policy’s lack of transparency even raised some concerns for Professor Arnat Leemakdej, a professor at the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy.

He noted that the government has never adequately explained how the currencies will work or whether their price may be fully supported by asset-backed securities to ensure holders that they will get their money up whenever they want to buy the currencies.

He cited primary government documents that suggested a five-billion baht backing for the tokens, arguing that this implies maintaining an equal reserve.

Prof. Arnat questioned the lack of any mention of a steward to oversee these deposits. He even criticized the exchange proposal to record G-tokens, claiming that they do not appear to have a potential for capital gains.

They have results of only 1 to 2 %, he said, and they act more like discounts deposits than investment items. This resembles” selling a fantasy” more than “offering a real investment opportunity”

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Capital at risk in future quake

Speakers take to the stage at the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025 which is running under the banner ‘After the Quake: From Lessons to Prevention’ at Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Communication Arts on Thursday. From second left; Prof Dr Pennung Warnitchai, a professor of Structural Engineering, Asian Institute of Technology; Prof Dr Amorn Pimanmas, President of the Thai Structural Engineers Association; Assoc Prof Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs, Deputy Dean of Research and International Affairs, Head of the Department of Journalism and Information at Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Communication Arts; and Poomipak Julmanichoti, Chief Strategy Officer of Sansiri Plc. The forum is moderated by Anucha Charoenpo, Bangkok Post News Editor. (Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill)
Speakers take to the stage on Thursday at Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Communication Arts ‘ rooftop for the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025, which is being held under the title” After the Quake: From Lessons to Prevention.” Prof. Dr. Pennung Warnitchai, a teacher of architectural engineering at the Asian Institute of Technology, Prof. Dr. Amorn Pimanmas, leader of the Thai Structural Engineers Association, Assoc. Prof. Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs, Deputy Dean of Research and International Affairs, Head of Chulalongkorn University’s University of Communication Art, and Poomipak Julmanichoti, Chief Strategy Officer of Sansiri Plc Anucha Charoenpo, Bangkok Post News Editor, moderates the website. ( Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill )

Experts say Bangkok may be severely impacted by quakes along two problem lines in the area, which have been dormant for a while, but the likelihood of another big disaster related to the one that occurred in Myanmar on March 28 is still very low. &nbsp, &nbsp,

The authorities made the remarks at the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025 titled” After the Collapse: From Instructions to Prevention.” What We Must Hear When the World Changes,” held on Thursday at Chulalongkorn University’s University of Communication Arts in Bangkok.

A previous research identified three big problem lines that could possibly cause a significant earthquake to strike Bangkok, according to Prof. Dr. Pennung Warnitchai, chair of the Asian Institute of Technology’s structural engineering program.

The Sagaing Fault in Myanmar, which has the potential for an earthquake of magnitude 8.0, and the Arakan Subduction Zone in the Andaman Sea, which has the potential for a strong earthquake of magnitudes 8.0 and 9.0, are among them.

A slide along the Sagaing Fault, which left two more fault zones with the ability to have an impact on the place on March 28, led to the earthquake that hit the area on March 28.

He stated that there is only 10 % chance of either event occurring during the current generation’s life.

He explained that as they pass through the valley, low-frequency geological waves from distant disasters can be tremendously amplified — by as much as three to four times because Bangkok and its surrounding regions are perched atop a soft earth lake.

From left, Poomipak Julmanichoti, Chief Strategy Officer of Sansiri Public Company Limited; Prof Amorn Pimanmas, President of the Thai Structural Engineers Association; Assoc Prof Preeda Akarachantachote, Dean of Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Communication Arts; Worachai Bhicharnchitr, Vice Chairman Bangkok Post PLC; Prof Pennung Warnitchai, Professor of Structural Engineering, Asian Institute of Technology; and Assoc Prof Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs, Deputy Dean of Research and International Affairs, Head of the Department of Journalism and Information of Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Communication Arts; at the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025 “After the quake

At the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025″ After the quake,” Prof. Preeda Akarachantachote, President of the Thai Structural Engineers Association, Prof. Preeda Akarachantachote, Vice Chairman of Bangkok Post PLC, Prof. Pennung Warnitchai, Professor of Structural Engineering, Asian Institute of Technology, Prof. Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs, Deputy Dean of Research and International Affairs, Head of the Department of ( Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb) &nbsp

Most properties in Thailand were built to withstand earthquakes, according to Amorn Pimanmas, leader of the Thailand Structural Engineers Association.

The March 28 disaster, according to Prof. Dr. Amorn, provides an opportunity for Thailand to evaluate and enhance existing standards by filling any cracks in laws, which would in turn restore public confidence in the country’s development standards.

In addition, Sansiri Plc’s chief strategy officer, Poomipak Julmanichoti, confirmed that all of its properties across the country are functionally sound following the earthquake on March 28.

He claimed that it took the business three to four days to conduct security inspections at more than 200 jobs following the earthquake.

More than 20 000 households in need of coverage assistance from it were also helped by its staff with building damage and crack claims from the earthquake.

After inspecting more than 50 000 units across Bangkok, the company claimed that the majority of projects just reported small outside harm.

He stated that Sansiri is dedicated to ensuring native safety and long-term sustainability by employing sustainable construction materials and earthquake-resistant designs.

The company’s strategic approach to creating safety in a seismically delicate region has been highlighted by reinforced foundations to guarantee soil stability, he said.

The conference also highlighted shortcomings in open communication during the crisis, in addition to engineering and architectural concerns. &nbsp,

Assoc. Prof. Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs expressed concern about the lack of planning and an emergency response plan, which caused widespread stress, particularly as images and videos of related disasters started to circulate on social media.

” I also wonder what people should do after receiving an earlier warning call,” he continued.

We require a trustworthy, centralized warning system that not only alerts the people but also provides important knowledge, such as fundamental engineering principles, geographic awareness, and crisis communication techniques, according to Assoc Prof. Alongkorn.

We also need to be aware of how to handle analytic issues, especially when online platforms reuse and spread fake news in various ways.

At the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025, Worachai Bhicharnchitr makes the entry statement.

At the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025, Worachai Bhicharnchitr makes the entry statement.

The community is addressed by Associate Professor Preeda Akarachantachote, Dean of the Faculty of Communication Arts at Chulalongkorn University. ( Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill )

The community is addressed by Associate Professor Preeda Akarachantachote, Dean of the Faculty of Communication Arts at Chulalongkorn University. ( Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill )

The forum has attracted a broad spectrum of participants, with many busily taking notes on their laptops. VARUTH HIRUNYATHEB

Some individuals have been busy taking notes on their laptops, which is a wide range of the website. ( Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb) &nbsp

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Tremor-proof properties touted by Sansiri

Mr Poomipak Julmanichoti, Chief Strategy Officer of Sansiri Public Company Limited. (Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill)
Sansiri Public Company Limited’s Chief Strategy Officer, Mr. Poomipak Julmanichoti. Pattarapong Chatpattarasill ( Photo )

The company’s chief strategy officer said on Thursday that Sansiri’s construction of properties in Bangkok properly withstanded the effect of the March 28 disaster, confirming the structural health of all of its projects.

Poomipak Julmanichoti, a speaker at a community titled” After the Quake,” which was hosted by the Bangkok Post Plc and Chulalongkorn University’s Communication Arts Department, stated that many buildings in the funds have been constructed on an unstable ground valley in 10 areas where some Sansiri developments, particularly high-rise personal condominiums, are located.

He confirmed that all of Sansiri’s components are structurally sound, with the exception of the outdoor areas where light bricks were used.

A team of engineers from Sansiri workers completed their checks and monitored five crucial systems in the firm’s properties within three days of the earthquake: light, liquid pipelines, elevator systems, architectural stability, and fire protection.

According to Mr. Poomipak, these investigations were carried out on more than 50 000 homes in Bangkok.

He claimed that the company’s timely response to the crisis reflects its two main goals, which are ensuring people ‘ protection and managing objectives openly in post-crisis conditions.

” We reassure all people that their problems are being addressed,” said Mr. Poomipak,” we guarantee that all people will receive responses regarding insurance statements within two weeks.”

” The majority of the damage was caused by superficial holes or damaged windows. Residents of Sansiri are already familiar with the comprehensive method and claims procedure because the city has previously dealt with flood.

All Sansiri properties, whether low- or high-rise, are built using earthquake-resistant materials that are adaptable to geological waves, he noted, adding that more than 200 of its jobs have been independently verified to be completely secure.

According to the chief strategy officer, green building materials like natural concrete and precast cement are already being used in both its new and existing home developments. &nbsp,

Precast material elements have been shown to be extremely durable by various seismic research and post-earthquake assessments.

According to Mr. Poomipak, their ability to maintain structural integrity under high pressure makes them perfect for earthquake-resilient design.

He claimed that the land that lies beneath all 29 of the company’s future projects has now undergone suitable landfilling to improve soil stability.

Sansiri properties, whether brand-new or established, are generally determined by their site.

Sansiri has invested in its own advanced cement production facility, which is more expensive than green building supplies. According to Mr. Poomipak, this enables the company to manage costs and maintain excellent without burdening the consumer.

Sansiri prioritized information sharing for existing properties, he said, especially within its property management programs and task management teams.

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