Chiang Mai Voters Queue Early for Social Security Board Election
Chiang Mai residents queued early to vote in the social security board election, hoping for better fund management and no corruption. The process was facilitated by QR codes and proceeded smoothly across 166 polling stations serving over 350,000 eligible voters, with police ensuring order throughout the day.
On October 11, 2026, at the Chiang Mai International Conference Centre marking the seventh royal cycle in Chang Phuak subdistrict, Mueang Chiang Mai, reporters observed a lively atmosphere as many people arrived before the 08:00 poll opening. Voters expressed enthusiasm, with one insured person saying they wanted a new team to oversee social security funds more effectively and avoid corruption. The voting process proceeded smoothly and quickly thanks to QR codes that helped voters check their polling station and sequence; they only needed to remember the seven candidate numbers before entering the booth with their ID card. Sirirat Thammasatdamrong, Chiang Mai Provincial Social Security Office, noted high public turnout, with many arriving early. Chiang Mai has over 350,000 insured persons, mostly under Section 33, and 166 polling stations were set up, each staffed to assist voters while police maintained order throughout the day.
