PUBLISHED: 3 Apr 2025 at 05: 05
A list of expensive furniture that was created for a new State Audit Office ( SAO ) building construction that collapsed on Friday caused a furious backlash on social media.
Information of the property’s expenses, including the cost of fixtures and fittings, were published on Wednesday on the STRONG Anti-Corruption Thailand Facebook website, which has over 180, 000 fans.
The SAO’s operational agencies ‘ higher prices were among the most enthralling disclosures, according to the party, which is known for posting studies that expose possible corruption, misuse of public funds, and problems in government tasks.
Importantly, a conference chair for the meeting area was purchased for 2.7 million baht, making 28 chairs for two rooms available for 97, 900 baht apiece. These chairs, which are made of oak wood and have an European leather upholstery, were made for the boardroom on the 11th ground and the royal meeting room on the third floor. Additionally, a set of luxurious handwoven polyester rugs retailed for 165, 000 baht each, while a set of luxurious leather-upholstered chairs retailed for 157, 000 baht.
A set of rugs for the president’s office, which was the most expensive item ever revealed, cost 110, 000 ringgit each. According to the political party, the total cost of various luxury fittings totaled millions of baht, including 98 faucets that cost 8,250 baht each, 98 soap dispensers that cost 1, 668 ringgit each, and other bath accessories.
These revelations received widespread outcry, with many people complaining about what appeared to be a misuse of taxpayers ‘ money.
Social media users wrote,” This is the firm that audits government spending, but they need to audit themselves first, and I only paid my fees last month, and I now see where my hard-earned money is going.”
Many people are now asking whether such extravagant charges are appropriate, particularly given the president’s continued efforts to lower costs in other sectors, as a result of the increased calls for greater accountability and accountability in the SAO’s investing.