Education Ministry Orders Review of 475 Consultants Hired for Digital Learning Platform
The Education Ministry has ordered a review of 475 consultants hired for a national digital learning platform after parliament questioned whether their roles matched the project's actual needs. The audit will examine documentation and addre
Education Minister Prasert Chantharangthong has instructed the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) to gather and verify data on the National Digital Learning Platform (NDLP) project, which hired 475 consultants in its initial phase. The review follows a parliamentary inquiry by Education Committee Chair Rakchanok Srinok, who raised questions about whether the consultant hiring scope of work aligned with the project's actual objectives. Prasert stated that OBEC, as the contracting authority, should have complete documentation to allow transparent verification, and that any irregularities found will be addressed through proper procedures.
The NDLP project began in 2564 during the COVID-19 pandemic and is currently in phase one, with phase two expected to focus on content development. The minister expressed concerns about potential budget overlap with the E-Portfolio system and pledged the education ministry's full cooperation with the parliamentary committee in releasing information, while respecting personal data protection laws (PDPA).
