Suphan Buri:Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul traveled by helicopter to Suphan Buri to oversee the flood situation and evaluate the drainage system’s effectiveness in the province. The visit aimed to assist those affected by the floods.
According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister was accompanied by Minister of Industry Varawut Silpa-archa, Deputy Minister of Interior Jetset Thaiseth, and Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department Witthaya Kaewmee, along with other officials. They inspected the Song Phi Nong (Bang Sam) and Sampao Thong sluice gates and assessed the use of water pumps by the Royal Irrigation Department to expedite drainage in flood-affected areas.
Efforts are underway to manage water efficiently in low-lying areas, such as Pho Phraya, and facilitate rapid drainage into the Tha Chin River. The Royal Irrigation Department is tasked with adjusting drainage plans based on changing conditions to minimize the flood impact on residential and agricultural areas.
The Prime Minister emphasized the need for a systematic approach to flood management. He highlighted the Cabinet’s approval of the Chai Nat-Pa Sak-Gulf of Thailand flood drainage canal project, set to begin in the fiscal year 2027, as a long-term solution to improve drainage efficiency.
Deputy Minister Jetset Thaiseth distributed 250 relief packages to flood victims and monitored drainage operations in Bang Plama and Song Phi Nong districts. The Royal Irrigation Department continues to work with relevant agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of the affected population.