Politics
Passing of Police Lieutenant General Phon Paladsaksa at 103
Police Lieutenant General Phon Paladsaksa, father of Dr. Pakpilai Thavisin, has passed away at the age of 103.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, Police Lieutenant General Phon Paladsaksa has passed away at the age of 103. He was the father of Dr. Pakpilai Thavisin, who is the wife of former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
His Majesty the King has graciously granted royal bathing water for the funeral rites. The ceremony is scheduled to take place at Sala Kawee Niramit (the pavilion in the middle of the water) at Wat Debsirindrawas. The bathing ceremony is set for Sunday, August 2, 2026, at 16:30, followed by the royal bathing water ceremony at 17:30. Abhidhamma prayer services are scheduled for August 3–4 and August 6–7 at 18:30.
For residents and visitors in Bangkok, this event may lead to increased traffic or activity around the Wat Debsirindrawas area during the specified dates. As this is a private family matter involving a high-profile political figure's family, the public is advised to be mindful of local customs and potential congestion near the temple. Further details regarding the full funeral schedule or potential changes to public access at the temple grounds remain to be confirmed by the family or temple authorities.
Translated from Thai.
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