Government Sets Up District Centers for Welfare Card Reviews
The Interior Department is setting up district centers to help citizens review their 2026 welfare card applications, offering appeals assistance for rejected applicants and benefit confirmations for those approved.
Interior Department Director-General Naruchcha Khosasivailai stated that the department is backing the 2026 state welfare card registration initiative, which has now produced both approved and rejected applicants. The department has undertaken three key actions: First, coordinating with provinces and districts nationwide through public outreach to help people understand the program, informing approved registrants about required rights verification—particularly regarding additional benefits like electricity and water subsidies—while advising rejected applicants that appeals and rights review procedures remain available. Second, establishing one-stop service coordination centers at all district offices, allowing qualified applicants to confirm additional government benefits and rejected applicants to file rights review requests. Third, recognizing travel difficulties for some citizens, district officials and local government representatives will visit communities to accept applications, offering convenience to those unable to visit district offices. Public communications will use loudspeaker announcements and local media to keep people informed of new updates, including any changes to review procedures or extended appeal deadlines pending Cabinet approval. Naruchcha noted confusion exists in some areas and requested officials clarify matters with residents while district offices handle all local issues. The Interior Ministry is willing to partner with other agencies needing additional personnel and resources. The Interior Ministry has also assigned ministry inspectors, interior department inspectors, and provincial administrators to monitor progress throughout the process.
