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Health Minister says no water splashing on Khaosan Road during Songkran
13 Sept 11:41 Key points summarised by AI
- Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul prohibits water splashing on Khaosan Road for Songkran, citing ongoing COVID-19 infection risks and the necessity to minimize close contact among revellers.
- While traditional Songkran activities like water pouring ceremonies and processions are permitted, the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) and culture ministry maintain the ban on public parties and water splashing.
- The minister urges public adherence to safety measures, crucial for Thailand's goal of reclassifying COVID-19 as an endemic disease by July, and confirms adequate Favipiravir medicine supply for symptomatic patients, despite claims of shortages.
