Government Savings Bank Sends Flood Aid to Over 300,000 Thais
The Government Savings Bank has delivered flood relief to over 300,000 people, totalling more than 2.419 billion baht. On 13 October 2069 alone, it transferred 1.124 billion baht to an additional 146,015 victims – the largest single‑day payout since the program began. The bank is working with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation to keep the aid flowing and help victims rebuild.
Government Savings Bank has transferred flood relief to over 300,000 people, amounting to more than 2.419 billion baht. Bank director Songphon Chiwapanyaroj said that flood‑affected areas are widening, affecting many people. The bank asks those awaiting payment to check that their PromptPay accounts linked to their 13‑digit ID are ready through the bank’s app or service channels, so they can receive the transfer quickly when the eligibility list is processed. The bank continues to push relief payments; to date it has transferred money to over 300,000 recipients, totaling more than 2.4 billion baht from a total assistance budget of 4.7 billion baht. As of 13 October 2069, an additional 146,015 victims received 1.124 billion baht in a single day – the highest daily amount since the scheme started. The bank remains in close coordination with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, continuing to disburse relief according to the eligibility list to ease victims’ financial burden and support swift recovery.
