Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Gubernatorial and council candidates end their campaigns ahead of Sunday’s vote
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Gubernatorial and council candidates end their campaigns ahead of Sunday’s vote
24 Sept 18:25Key points summarised by AI
Independent gubernatorial candidates Chadchart Sittipunt and Sakoltee Phattiyakul concluded their final campaign tours across Bangkok, making last-minute appeals for votes before the Saturday 6 pm deadline.
Former Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang wrapped up his campaign at the significant Sao Chingcha, while the Pheu Thai party rallied support for its council candidates.
Approximately 16,000 police officers have been mobilized to maintain peace and order during Sunday's elections in Bangkok and Pattaya.
An alcohol sales ban is enforced from Saturday 6 pm to Sunday 6 pm in Bangkok and Pattaya, coinciding with the gubernatorial, council, and mayoral elections.
Voting for the Bangkok gubernatorial and council elections, as well as the Pattaya mayoral election, is scheduled to take place on Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm.
Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Today 14:04Key points summarised by AI
The Cabinet allocated 10.5 billion baht from the fiscal 2027 central emergency fund to provide financial relief for flood victims.
This funding will cover remaining compensation payments and relief operations for severely affected households, as fiscal 2026 funds have been exhausted.