Thousands travel home to Thai provinces

A bus carries passengers making Songkran holiday trips from Bangkok to Mae Sai district of Chiang Rai, 800 kilometres north of the capital. Pattarapong Chatpattarasill
Traveling from Bangkok to Chiang Rai’s Mae Sai area, 800 kilometers northwest of the capital, a bus transports travelers on Songkran holidays. Chatpattarasill Pattarapong Chatpattarasill

Tens of thousands of people are traveling to their house provinces or vacation destinations across the country on Saturday as the first day of the Songkran 2025 vacation kicked off.

Veeris Ammarapala, the governor of the State Railway of Thailand ( SRT), reported that Krungthep Apiwat Station was crowded all day with travelers, with more than 81 000 of them leaving. On the first day, the number of passengers expected to be higher than 117, 000.

In response to the rise in travel demand, he claimed, and that the SRT increased the frequency of trains and made sure there were staff members waiting to help passengers. Police were also in place to improve safety at train stations.

On Friday, the day of the Songkran trip, Mr. Veeris reported that there were 90, 347 train passengers traveling in total, with no travellers left stranded.

The northern collection had 17, 603 passengers and the southern road had the highest number of passengers, at 31, 036, followed by the northern route with 25, 042, and by the southern road with 31, 036.

The last travelers relied on the northeast lines and the Mahachai and Mae Klong’s short-distance roads.

According to Thakoon Intarachom, chairman of the SRT’s coach functions, further vehicles were added to all roads, and train companies can now accommodate up to 120, 000 passengers per day.

Around 120, 000 people were anticipated on Saturday at the Mor Chit bus terminal, according to Chatchawal Porn-amorntham, the acting professional director of Transport Co.

He claimed an additional fleet of 1, 000 trucks was being used to control the increase.

On Friday, according to Mr. Chatchawal, 106, 337 folks left Mor Chit, and 46, 006 persons arrived.

Despite having the M6 motorway ( Hin Kong–Korat ) being opened to ease congestion, traffic on Mittraphap Road headed toward Nakhon Ratchasima, the gateway to the northeastern region, was heavy and slow-moving.

Along the way, there were also crowded petrol stations filled with people taking cuts from their adventures and refueling.

Customers volume increased on Friday nights on Asia Road in Chai Nat’s Manorom area as it heads northward.

Nevertheless, it remained largely soft, despite having some small congestion. In the city of Phayuha Khiri in Nakhon Sawan, heavy traffic was reported after vehicles from Asia Road and Phahon Yothin Road merged, creating a bottleneck.

Officials are urging all drivers to prioritize health and abide by customers rules.

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‘Too early for a split’

Bhumjaithai Party’s secretary-general Chaichanok Chidchob declares in parliament on Wednesday that he does not support the Pheu Thai-sponsored entertainment complex bill, arguing the government should focus on more pressing issues, such as the collapse of the Chatuchak building and climate change. Screenshot
Bhumjaithai Party’s secretary-general Chaichanok Chidchob declares in parliament on Wednesday that he does not support the Pheu Thai-sponsored entertainment complex bill, arguing the government should focus on more pressing issues, such as the collapse of the Chatuchak building and climate change. Screenshot

The relationship between the ruling Pheu Thai and its coalition partner Bhumjaithai has been bumpy since the government was formed, with their partnership seen more as a political necessity than a genuine alliance.

Recently, disunity between the parties seems to have escalated following Bhumjaithai secretary-general Chaichanok Chidchob’s declaration that he disagreed with the government-sponsored entertainment complex bill.

This has prompted Pheu Thai heavyweights to question the loyalty of their coalition partner.

From the start of the Pheu Thai-led government, the parties have clashed over several key issues, including Pheu Thai’s attempt to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic despite Bhumjaithai backing decriminalisation as a flagship policy.

There are also land disputes involving key figures of the parties that have intensified the split.

One case concerns the Shinawatra family’s ownership of the Alpine Golf Course, while the other involves land in Khao Kradong, Buri Ram, linked to Bhumjaithai’s de facto leader Newin Chidchob.

Although both cases are being reviewed by the authorities, key decisions rest with agencies closely aligned with the rival camps.

The fate of the Alpine Golf Course hinges on a ruling by the Ministry of Interior, which is largely influenced by the Bhumjaithai Party.

Meanwhile, the decision whether to revoke the title deed for the Khao Kradong land, which sits on property belonging to the State Railway of Thailand, now lies with the Pheu Thai-controlled Transport Ministry.

The latest point of contention between the parties is the entertainment complex bill.

Earlier this month, Mr Chaichanok, who is Mr Newin’s son, declared in parliament that he disagreed with the bill and would not take part in its consideration.

Although Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul assured that Mr Chaichanok’s stance is personal, Mr Chaichanok’s move cannot be ignored. Without support from the Bhumjaithai Party, the second largest party in the government, the bill is unlikely to clear the House.

While cracks in their relationship are increasingly visible, the Bangkok Post believes the time is not yet ripe for a split — whether by means of a House dissolution or the prime minister stepping down.

Both parties still need each other to deliver on their policy promises and build public support ahead of the next general election. Over the next two years, political bargaining will continue until voters return to the polls.

Stithorn Thananithichot, director of the Office of Innovation for Democracy at King Prajadhipok’s Institute, said the alliance between Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai is delicately poised.

While tensions between the parties will persist, they are unlikely to escalate to the point where a split is inevitable.

In his view, Pheu Thai appears politically weakened, especially when compared to Bhumjaithai, which has grown stronger and is seen as better prepared for a future election.

However, the authority to dissolve the House lies solely with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, leader of the Pheu Thai Party.

Under current circumstances, a House dissolution could backfire on Pheu Thai due to its waning popularity, he said, adding the party could suffer significant losses in a snap election.

Bhumjaithai is not guaranteed to benefit from an early House dissolution, either. “The votes lost by Pheu Thai will not necessarily flow to Bhumjaithai.

It’s possible that a large portion of votes could go to the People’s Party (PP) instead, which could further complicate the political landscape,” he said.

If the PP is to capture over 200 seats and Bhumjaithai emerges the first runner-up with about 120 seats, the legitimacy of Bhumjaithai forming a government, when it is not the largest party, will be called into question.

Mr Stithorn said that such a scenario, where the election winner is excluded and pushed to the opposition, could spark a public backlash. Bhumjaithai also appears to be aware of this problem, according to the analyst.

The ideal situation for the coalition party is one where Pheu Thai is not too weak or too strong, he said.

If Pheu Thai becomes too weak, the PP stands to gain the most. But if the ruling party grows too strong, it could be at the Bhumjaithai’s expense, as it means political families on which these parties rely would defect to the Pheu Thai Party.

He said Pheu Thai is now focused on delivering its policy promises to regain public confidence and a key project is the proposed casino-entertainment complex.

If the scheme moves forward, Bhumjaithai sees it as a win solely for Pheu Thai, he said, adding Bhumjaithai remains wary of any policy that could give the ruling party a political advantage.

On a cabinet reshuffle, Mr Stithorn said it could be used as a political bargaining tool to ease tension with Bhumjaithai, which is expected to insist on retaining its existing cabinet quota.

A large-scale reshuffle that reallocates key ministries to Pheu Thai would lead to a political split, he said.

“For now, both parties are likely to continue negotiating within the current power-sharing arrangement. There will be some pushback…but not pushing too hard,” he said.

He said the situation will persist until Pheu Thai can match the popularity of the PP while Bhumjaithai works on pushing key policies to strengthen voter support.

Should the political situation reach this point where both parties feel confident about going to the polls, a House dissolution could be on the cards.

“It’s likely toward the end of the government’s term, once all parties have secured what they want,” he said.

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Paetongtarn: Wants a big win

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Anutin: Vying for influence

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Holiday bonanza begins in Bangkok

Government and business alike place desires on the Thai New Year.

Revellers enjoy the water play on Bangkok's Khao San Road where CCTV camera efficiency is enhanced this year with an artificial intelligence system that memorises faces and measures crowdedness. (Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)
Revellers enjoy the ocean play on Bangkok’s Khao San Road, where an artificial intelligence program that measures crowd size and eyes is improved this time. ( Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)

The Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025, a five-day event that runs along Ratchadamnoen Klang Road and Sanam Luang, will be held until April 15th, along Ratchadamnoen Klang Road and Sanam Luang, is a promotion of the Tourism Authority of Thailand ( TAT ).

The event features free music by leading Thai artists, light and sound displays, historical parades from five regions, and historical parades from five regions, according to TAT government Thapanee Kiatphaibool.

Eight great marches with over 500 performers showcasing Thailand’s personality and the gentle authority it fosters, as well as the design Thainess Iconic, are highlights.

Additionally, there are dances that feature local dances, elephants, fighting fish, tuk-tuks, and gastronomy in Thailand.

The parades will take place on Saturday and Sunday and finish at Sanam Luang and Democracy Monument.

Drone light indicates featuring 1, 200 robots will be held under two elements: Guardians of Siam, scheduled on April 12, 13 and 15 at 8.30pm-8.45pm, 8.15pm-8.30pm and 8pm-8.15pm both, and Thainess Eternal, scheduled on April 11 and 14 at 9pm-9.15pm and 8.45pm-9pm both.

Additionally, there will be social shows like Hun Lakorn Lek puppetry and Hoo-Loo Musical Folk Drama.

a wide range of actions, including artists Bodyslam, Carabao, Jeff Satur, Zeal, and others on the major stage.

There is also a Thai Charm area with five “must-do” activities, including cooking demonstrations and food tastings, Thai treatment, shopping for famous Thai items like elephant pants and natural inhalers, dressing up in Thai attire, and taking photos with historical landmarks.

Additionally, there are temple fair games like the haunted house, outdoor movie screenings, a Ferris wheel, a water play area with musical fountains, and more than 100 food and product booths from across the nation.

PTT Global Chemical’s “GC YOU Turn” campaign, which promotes proper waste separation and plastic waste management, is included in the event to promote sustainability.

From April 11 through April 15 between 3 p.m. and 11 p.m., the TAT will also be providing shuttle services from MRT Sanam Chai and Central Pinklao.

Private vehicle drivers can drive free for 24 hours at Central Pinklao, Royal Navy at 6am and 1am for 30 baht for the first hour, and Tha Maharaj at 6am to midnight for 40 baht and 100 baht after midnight.

Sasikarn Wattanachan, a deputy government spokeswoman, stated on Saturday that the country is anticipated to earn$ 26.5 billion from the Songkran festival this year.

This will generate 7.32 billion baht from foreign visitors, and 19.24 billion from domestic visitors, up 7 % and 9 % from the same period last year, with over 4.4 million domestic trips.

She quoted Traveloka, a leading Southeast Asian travel website, as saying that during the Songkran era, Bangkok remained the region’s most well-liked destination.

Bangkok’s status as a key festive hub is reinforced by the vibrant water-splashing hotspots Khao San Road, Silom, and Siam Square, according to the website.

Secondary cities are also experiencing rapid growth in tourism, in line with the government’s policy of attracting visitors seeking a more traditional Songkran celebration this year.

Travel searches for places like Chumphon have increased by 95 %, followed by similar increases in the number of searches for Nakhon Phanom ( 68 % ), Sakon Nakhon ( 53 % ), Loei ( 46 % ), and Nan ( 40 % ).

According to spokesman, this indicated a growing interest in authentic local Songkran experiences that reflect the country’s distinctive nature, culture, and tradition.

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Holiday bonanza begins

Businesses and governments place desires on the Thai New Year.

Revellers enjoy the water play on Bangkok's Khao San Road where CCTV camera efficiency is enhanced this year with an artificial intelligence system that memorises faces and measures crowdedness. Varuth Hirunyatheb
Revellers enjoy the ocean play on Bangkok’s Khao San Road, where an artificial intelligence program that measures crowd size and eyes is improved this time. Viruth Hirunyatheb

The Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025, a five-day event that runs along Ratchadamnoen Klang Road and Sanam Luang, will be held until April 15th, along Ratchadamnoen Klang Road and Sanam Luang, is a promotion of the Tourism Authority of Thailand ( TAT ).

The event, according to TAT governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool, includes free music by major Thai artists, social parades from five regions, and water-splashing zones.

Eight great parades under the concept Thainess Iconic, which featured over 500 performers who showcased Thailand’s identity and the sweet power it fosters, are highlights.

Additionally, there are dance from other countries that highlight Thailand’s cuisine, elephant, fighting fish, tuk-tuks, and local dances.

The parades will take place on Saturday and Sunday and ending at Sanam Luang and Democracy Monument.

Drone light indicates featuring 1, 200 robots will be held under two elements: Guardians of Siam, scheduled on April 12, 13 and 15 at 8.30pm-8.45pm, 8.15pm-8.30pm and 8pm-8.15pm both, and Thainess Eternal, scheduled on April 11 and 14 at 9pm-9.15pm and 8.45pm-9pm both.

Additionally, there will be ethnic shows like Hun Lakorn Lek puppetry and Hoo-Loo Musical Folk Drama.

a wide range of actions, including artists Bodyslam, Carabao, Jeff Satur, Zeal, and some performing on the major stage.

A Thai Charm zone is available, with five “must-do” activities including cooking demonstrations and meals tastings, Thai massages, shopping for famous Thai goods like elephant pants and natural inhalers, dressing up in Thai attire, and taking photos with historical landmarks.

Additionally, there are church good games like the haunted house, outside film screenings, a Ferris wheel, a liquid play area with music fountains, and more than 100 food and product booths from across the nation.

PTT Global Chemical’s “GC YOU Switch” campaign, which promotes appropriate waste separation and plastic waste management, is included in the event to advertise sustainability.

From April 11 through April 15 between 3 p.m. and 11 p.m., the TAT will also be providing shuttle service from MRT Sanam Chai and Central Pinklao.

Personal car owners can drive for free at Central Pinklao for 24 hours, at the Royal Navy between 6am and 1am for 30 baht for the first minute, and at Tha Maharaj between 6am and evening for 40 ringgit per minute and 100 baht after nightfall.

Sasikarn Wattanachan, a deputy state representative, stated on Saturday that the country is expected to earn$ 26.5 billion in revenue from the Songkran festival this year.

Of this, 19.24 billion will be expected from domestic travelers, up 7 % and 9 % from last year, with over 4.4 million domestic trips, and 7.32 billion will be from foreigners.

She cited Traveloka, a leading South Asian travel website, as saying that during the Songkran era, Bangkok remained the country’s most well-liked destination.

Bangkok’s reputation as a major holiday hub is reinforced by the vivid water-splashing areas Khao San Road, Silom, and Siam Square, according to the website.

In line with the government’s plan to draw in visitors seeking a more traditional Songkran party this year, extra cities are also experiencing quick tourism growth.

Travel searches for places like Chumphon have increased by 95 %, followed by similar increases in the number of searches for Nakhon Phanom ( 68 % ), Sakon Nakhon ( 53 % ), Loei ( 46 % ), and Nan ( 40 % ).

According to official, this indicated a growing interest in traditional local Songkran experiences that reflect the country’s distinctive characteristics, traditions, and tradition.

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PM heads to Chiang Mai for Songkran

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra greets people at the Bang Lamphu Pier before taking a boat ride to see some waterside communities in Bangkok on Friday. (Photo: @IngShin X account)
Before taking a boat ride through some Bangkok beach areas on Friday, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra greets persons at the Bang Lamphu Pier. ( Photo: @IngShin X account )

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will travel to Chiang Mai on Sunday to participate in the Songkran holidays and encourage tourism and lifestyle.

According to government official Jirayu Houngsub, Ms. Paetongtarn may rule over the beginning of the Amazing Songkran Chiangmai by Boryeong Mud Festival 2025, a historical collaboration between Thailand and South Korea, at the Tha Phae Gate.

She may also meet with members of numerous state agencies, including polite, administrative, military, and medical teams, to make sure they are prepared to ensure the security of holiday revelers in the northern state. Her father, past leading Thaksin Shinawatra, was born and raised in Chiang Mai, as well.

She will also introduce the Tuk Tuk Thailand Maha Muan Maha Mun festival and the Maha Songkran Chiang Mai Amazing Water Splash hole.

Before moving on to the Maya Lifestyle Shopping Centre’s SF My Water World Songkran Festival action, she did attend Wat Phra Singh Woramahawihan to take part in the classic water-pouring meeting for the Phra Phuttha Sihing picture.

The PM may take part in traditional Songkran festivals, Pee Mai Muang Sankamphaeng events, and test Otop products at the Pee Mai Muang Sankaeng event in the Lhong Him Khao group on Monday.

The visit of the prime minister “underlines the government’s dedication to promoting Thai society, tourism, and its soft energy strategy as significant economic drivers,” said Mr. Jirayu.

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Thailand sends third humanitarian team to Myanmar

Post-quake assistance is provided by military and medical staff to the victims

The third Thai humanitarian and disaster relief team to be sent to Myanmar gathers at Wing 6 in Bangkok on Saturday. (Photo: Royal Thai Navy)
At Wing 6 in Bangkok on Saturday, the third Thai crew working in humanitarian and disaster relief arrives. ( Photo: Royal Thai Navy )

Myanmar, which was greatly affected by the earthquake on March 28th, was sent by a third movement of humanitarian staff to help with devastation relief efforts there.

The Royal Thai Armed Forces are in charge of coordinating the humanitarian support for Myanmar and leading the government’s disaster relief function.

17 Royal Thai Armed Forces soldiers are in charge of command, cooperation, transportation, contacts, and safety under Operation Mandalay 82, as well as a 30-member health staff from the Ministry of Public Health.

The farewell ceremony was held at Wing 6 in Bangkok under the direction of Gen. Ukrit Boontanont, the deputy chief of the Royal Thai Armed Forces. Senior government officials showed their support for the goal, including Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong, the ministry’s lasting director.

Dr. Opas thanked the military and medical personnel for their sacrifice, claiming that the procedure demonstrates Thailand’s continued commitment to supporting philanthropic efforts in the area.

The government of Myanmar has a main goal: to assist with treatment and rehabilitation efforts and provide health care to earthquake victims.

The Thai medical team has so far treated 160 people in remote places, while the executive team has installed lighting systems, constructed temporary shelters, and provided conversation support.

Additionally, the teams have distributed gifts to those affected by the crisis from both the public and private areas.

According to the Asean Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management, on April 10, a total of 3, 603 citizens in Myanmar had been confirmed as dead from the quake, with 141 still unaccounted for and 4, 817 others being injured. Now, there are almost 200 000 displaced individuals. 38 individuals have been hurt and 30 have died in Thailand.

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Chinese YouTuber allegedly assaulted by compatriots in Pattaya

A police officer speaks with a 37-year-old Chinese national who said he was assaulted and robbed by two compatriots in Pattaya on Saturday. (Photo supplied)
A 37-year-old Foreign nationwide claims that two colleagues assaulted and robbed him on Saturday in Pattaya and spoke with a police officer. ( Photo provided )

A self-declared YouTuber of Chinese citizenship was discovered early on Saturday morning with obvious abuse signs after being reportedly duped into a mugging by two Pattaya compatriots.

A concerned citizen called authorities in the resort city of Chon Buri on Saturday at 5:30 am to report a man who had been beaten and left by the side of the road in Soi Thep Prasit 6/1 in the Bang Lamung area.

Police officers who were present at the scene discovered Li Hailong, 37, with a terrible mouth, bruises around his right attention, and scars on his body.

He claimed to be a Chinese nationwide and father of YouTube content, and that two other Chinese people had approached him while attending a nearby amusement place.

He claimed that the couple asked him to ride in their vehicles after they arrived in a shadowy alley and proceeded to assault him. The two made off with his cellular telephone after he pleaded with them to quit.

A troubled person identified just as Buayen came to his aid. The person who was riding by on her bicycle when she heard a call for help and discovered the wounded man.

Government opened an investigation into the event and sent the victim to a hospital for treatment.

A Chinese few caught on camera having sex on the side of the road in Pattaya also this week claimed they had done it in other countries but that it was against Thai law.

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Tourist boat fire the second in two days

Safe rescue of 26 passengers and crew off Phangna

A fire crew hoses down the flames that gutted a diving boat off Pakarang beach in Phangnga province on Saturday. (Photo: Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Centre)
A jumping ship went up in flames on Saturday off Pakarang seashore in Phangnga province as a result of a firefight between the fire crews. Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Center ( Photo )

When a swimming vessel caught fire 13 coastal yards off Khao Lak in Khao Lak state on Saturday morning, 26 people had to leave.

Around 4.15 a.m., the Maritime Enforcement Command Centre received a hotline call announcing that the boat in Takua Pa district, which had 16 foreigners and Thai nationals on board, was bright.

All 26 passengers on the abandoned ship were ultimately saved and transported carefully to shore on a life raft.

The MV Dirace Class B, which was bringing tourists to Khao Lak National Park’s coral reef and the shipwreck of the miners send Boonsong, was intended to transport visitors to a level of 20 meters.

Officials were looking into the fire’s origin.

The visitor boat Aor Subpiti’s flames on Saturday caused two crewmembers to fall from Koh Kut in Trat on Friday, which was followed by the incident. The team was hurt while helping a Thai family of four leave the ship, and the engine apparently erupted into lights during the return journey to Koh Kut.

The 16-year-old Aor Subpiti navigator suffered considerable burns to his arms and face as a result of an attempt to put the fire out, according to authorities.

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27 die in road accidents on first Songkran travel day

Injuries and mortality decreased slightly from a year ago, but more people are involved in drunk driving.

Vehicles occupy the outbound lanes of Road 24 in Nang Rong district in Buri Ram on Saturday. The highway connects Nakhon Ratchasima with provinces in the lower part of northeastern Thailand. (Photo: Surachai Piraksa)
On Saturday, vehicles occupy the outgoing lanes of Road 24 in the Nang Rong city of Buri Ram. Nakhon Ratchasima and counties in the lower region of northern Thailand are connected by the roadway. Surachai Piraksa is the photographer.

On the first day of the seven-day Songkran holiday vacation time, 201 people were killed and 201 were hurt, according to officials who spoke to the media on Saturday.

As citizens began traveling for the Thai new year holiday, a total of 211 injuries were reported on Friday, according to the Road Safety Operation Centre.

According to Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong, continuous director for the Ministry of Public Health, all of the numbers for Friday were below those from a year ago. On the first Songkran journey time in 2024, there were 241 injuries that resulted in 29 deaths and 253 accidents.

The majority of the accidents occurred due to driving over the speed limit, accounting for 41 %. In 23 % of the incidents, cutting in front of another car was the cause of the collision.

Bangkok had the most fatalities at five, while Mukdahan recorded the highest number of injuries at 11 and injury at 12.

In 80 % of all accidents, motorcycles were involved, with pickup trucks and sedan cars accounting for 5 % each.

About half of all incidents occurred on major roads, and the time frame between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. was the worst.

On Friday, according to statistics released by the Probation Department, there were more drunken driving cases than on the previous day last year.

The figures were based on the results of judge cases where criminals were given parole on Friday and sent to the office.

About 85 % of all arrests, or about 85 %, according to Suriya Singhakamo, the department’s director-general, a slight increase from the 258 on the first day of the safety campaign last year.

He said that driving while under the influence of narcotic drugs was following with 47 situations, followed by three careless driving cases.

According to the division under the supervision of the Ministry of Justice, Samut Prakan had 35 cases and Kamphaeng Phet had 27.

Every year, April 13 and April 14 and 15, but substitute times result in a five-day trip that runs until Wednesday. For a seven-day time of travel, which includes go both before and after the holiday, the government annually tracks incident statistics.

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Search for survivors continues as fatalities rise in Bangkok building collapse

Rescuers use heavy machinery at the site of a 30-storey state building that collapsed, following a powerful earthquake, in Bangkok's Chatuchak district on Friday. The 2.1-billion-baht under-construction skyscraper was reduced to a pile of rubble in a matter of seconds when the tremors hit on March 28. (Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill)
A 30-storey position building collapsed in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district on Friday after a strong earthquake, with heavy machinery used by rescuers to occupy the site. When the spasms struck on March 28, the 2.1 billion-baht under construction tower was instantly reduced to a pile of dust. Pattarapong Chatpattarasill ( Photo )

Two more bodies were found after the 7.7-magnitude earthquake in northern Myanmar on March 28th, extending their wish to two possible survivors who are trapped beneath the shipwreck of a government building in Bangkok’s Chatuchak area.

The 28th and 29th fatalities from the State Auditorium ( SAO ) building collapse were discovered in Zone C and recovered from the rubble on Saturday at 12.30 am and 1.10 am.

Information about the recovered bodies have been sent for criminal research, but they are still unknown.

The subjects were discovered in a distinct location from where a cellular phone lighting rekindled hopes of survivors trapped beneath the ground.

At 6 a.m., search groups, accompanied by K9 devices, began sweeps of areas A and B, where they believed victims could still be found. After using a hoist to access what is thought to be a human mind from one place, they were able to retrieve it. However, further investigation is needed to establish whether it is connected to the collapse’s patients.

Members of the media spotted representatives of China Railway Engineering No. 1 and personnel from the Department of Special Investigations ( DSI), as well as state civil engineers. Despite receiving no information about their activities, 10 ( Thailand ) Co ( CREC ) has accessed the website.

Rescuer Chanawich Sangkum reported that team have not yet reached the location where the wireless phone light appeared to be indicating assistance.

According to Mr. Chanawich, initial camera studies and scans have raised hopes, but there hasn’t been any confirmation that there are still living people there.

The unofficial death toll, which was set at 9 a.m. on Saturday, was 27 dying, nine injured, and 71 missing.

A light that is thought to be from a survivor's smartphone is visible through a micro-camera beneath dust on Friday. Phetkasem Foundation pictures

A light that is thought to be from a survivor’s smartphone is visible through a micro-camera beneath dust on Friday. Phetkasem Foundation pictures

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