PM Anutin Says Unaware of Governor's Resignation After Transfer
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said he was unaware of the details surrounding Mukdahan Governor Waranyan Boonnaraj's resignation after the cabinet approved his transfer to an inspector post at the Interior Ministry. The governor reportedly cited unfair treatment in his resignation letter. Anutin emphasized that such personnel matters are handled by permanent secretaries, not the prime minister.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul responded with surprise when asked about Mukdahan Governor Waranyan Boonnaraj's resignation following his transfer to an inspector position at the Interior Ministry. Speaking at parliament at 13:45 on November 11, 2026, Anutin, who also serves as interior minister, addressed the cabinet's November 10 resolution transferring the governor. He stated he had not yet seen the details, explaining that appointments and transfers of C10-level officials are proposed and considered by each ministry's permanent secretary, while ministers only verify legality before submitting to the cabinet for acknowledgment. When asked about the governor's resignation letter citing unfair treatment, Anutin nodded and said "Yes." Asked if he would investigate personally, he said it was the permanent secretary's duty. Asked if blocking the resignation was also the permanent secretary's duty, he replied, "Correct."
