Home Local News Chonburi Governor Inspects Songkran Service Point in Banglamung, Stresses Strict Safety Measures:...

Chonburi Governor Inspects Songkran Service Point in Banglamung, Stresses Strict Safety Measures: “Don’t Drink and Drive, Don’t Drive When Tired”

Pattaya, April 14th, 2026— Chonburi Governor Naris Niramaiwong, accompanied by Deputy Governor Isra Charoenchasri, visited Banglamung District to inspect a public service point for the Songkran Festival 2026. The inspection took place at the checkpoint in front of Big C South Pattaya on Sukhumvit Road.

Local authorities and officials warmly welcomed the delegation, including Banglamung District Chief Anusak Piriyomron, Pattaya City Police Station Superintendent Pol. Col. Anek Sarathongyu, Pattaya Padmakun Hospital Director Dr. Wichai Thanasophon, along with heads of government agencies, kamnan, village heads, public health officers, and volunteer rescue teams from the district. The visit was to ensure smooth services and enhanced safety for both residents and tourists during the festive period.

Governor Naris Niramaiwong stated that the public service point in South Pattaya, operating from April 10th to the 16th, 2026, plays a crucial role in supporting travelers and reducing accidents during the Songkran holiday.

He noted that in the past 3–4 days, three road accidents had occurred in the area, resulting in two fatalities and three injuries. These figures show the need for continued strict enforcement of safety measures. The province has coordinated with all relevant agencies to establish service points both on land and by sea, covering major tourist destinations such as Koh Larn and Koh Sichang.

The governor urged the public to strictly follow the principle of “Don’t drink and drive, don’t drive when tired.” He advised everyone to plan their journeys in advance, check vehicle and physical conditions thoroughly, drive with extra caution, obey traffic laws, and follow instructions from officials to minimize losses during this Songkran Festival.

The inspection shows the provincial authorities’ commitment to ensuring a safe and enjoyable Songkran holiday for all visitors and locals in the Pattaya and Banglamung area.

Adam Judd
Mr. Adam Judd is the Chief of Content, English language, of TPN Media since December 2017. He is originally from Washington D.C., America, but has also lived in Dallas, Sarasota, and Portsmouth. His background is in retail sales, HR, and operations management, and has written about news and Thailand for many years. He has lived in Pattaya for over a decade as a full-time resident, is well known locally and been visiting the country as a regular visitor for over 15 years. His full contact information, including office contact information, can be found on our Contact Us page below. Stories please e-mail Editor@ThePattayanews.com About Us: https://thepattayanews.com/about-us/ Contact Us: https://thepattayanews.com/contact-us/
×