Democrat Party Fields Decharat for Nonthaburi Governor Race
The Democrat Party nominated Decharat Sukkamuangoen as its candidate for a Nonthaburi governor by-election on September 20, following the death of the previous governor. Decharat, a native of the province, pledged to implement twenty prepar
The Democrat Party launched Decharat Sukkamuangoen as its candidate for the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization governor by-election on August 17, 2025, at the New Future Building, floor 7. Party leader Nattapong Rueangpanyawuthi announced the decision, explaining that the by-election became necessary following the death of former governor Thangsai Yenprasert, a respected administrator who had worked closely with the Democrat Party on local development. Nattapong said the party delayed the announcement to allow proper funeral arrangements and will submit the candidate for registration on August 20, with voting on September 20.
When asked why Decharat was chosen, Nattapong stated that the candidate possesses widely recognized qualifications both within and outside the party, and that the Democrat Party maintains an open selection process rather than locking in pre-determined candidates. He noted that the accelerated timeline was necessary due to the unexpected circumstances, and that Decharat is a native of Nonthaburi who understands local issues, with support from party members of parliament and provincial administrators in the province. Nattapong emphasized that Democrat Party strategy relies on presenting strong policies that address residents' needs, and that multiple campaign forums will be held between now and September 20 to present the party's platform.
When asked about confidence in winning, Nattapong expressed strong conviction that this is an opportunity to develop Nonthaburi city, building on previous achievements with a multi-billion-baht annual budget. He stressed that all elections ultimately rest on voters' decisions.
Decharat stated that running for governor is the most exciting opportunity since entering politics with the Democrat Party. He cited two reasons for his candidacy: since the 2023 and 2025 elections, he has drafted campaign policies but has not had the chance to implement them. He views this by-election as an opportunity to bring his twenty prepared policies into practice for Nonthaburi residents to decide upon.
