Chatchatchai Unveils New Bangkok Administration Team
Chatchatchai Sittiphan officially began his second term as Bangkok Governor on July 9, unveiling a new administration team of deputy governors and advisors to guide the city's governance over the next four years.
At 11 a.m. on July 9, 2025, at the Sanam Luang City Hall, Chatchatchai Sittiphan officially took office as Bangkok Governor for his second term. He performed ceremonial respect to royal portraits and submitted written wishes for the King's birthday celebration on July 28, 2025, as well as paying respects to deceased members of the royal family at the Rattanakosin Hall.
Chatchatchai was joined by his management team including Vishnu Suetsampol, Tawida Komlvetcha, Sannont Wangsamngaibun, Pornprom Wikitsetr, Kunanop Laeipraiwat, Pol. Gen. Adisorn Ngamjitsuksri, and Sittichai Aranyakananth, who paid respects to the City Hall shrine before beginning their duties.
At 11:30 a.m., an official handover ceremony took place at the Rattanakosin Hall, where the Bangkok Permanent Secretary formally transferred authority to the new governor.
Chatchatchai thanked all involved in the recent election, noting that 1.53 million voters supported his team—a reflection of four years of collaborative work. He emphasized that the public's confidence and mandate required continued dedication and cooperation for another four-year term.
Following the ceremony, Chatchatchai held consultations with the Permanent Secretary and deputy secretaries to discuss administration and governance strategies going forward.
Chatchatchai then announced his administration structure. Deputy governors include: Vishnu Suetsampol, Tawida Komlvetcha, Sannont Wangsamngaibun, and Pornprom Wikitsetr. Chakkaphan Phiwngam was named advisory chairman, overseeing budgets and coordination with city council members.
Advisory committee members include: Pol. Gen. Adisorn Ngamjitsuksri (anti-corruption and transparency), Dr. Nartpon Chanchanglair (education), Maj. Gen. Dr. Thaveepongsa Pajareya (public health), and Dr. Suporndham Mongkolsawat (disability services and employment).
