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Prawit Presides Over Ayutthaya Kathin, Raises 1.1 Million Baht

Deputy Prime Minister and Palang Pracharath leader Pol. Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan presided over the annual Kathin robe-offering ceremony at Wat Pho Phueak in Ayutthaya, joined by former top military and police commanders. The event raised 1.1 million baht for flood-damaged temple repairs and Buddhist preservation, with merit dedicated to King Taksin the Great and Prawit's mother. Hundreds of locals attended the ceremony, seeking blessings and photos with the senior politician.

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At 10:00 a.m. on November 7, 2026, Pol. Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan (Uncle Pom), leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, traveled to preside over the Kathin ceremony at Wat Pho Phueak in Ban Mai subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province.

Joining him were Pol. Gen. Theppong Tipayachan, former permanent secretary of the Ministry of Defense; Pol. Gen. Nat Intaracharoen, former permanent secretary of the Ministry of Defense; Pol. Gen. Jakthip Chaijinda, former commissioner-general of the Royal Thai Police; and Pol. Gen. Suchat Phongphut, along with their entourages, to participate in the ceremony and make merit.

At 10:30 a.m., the total proceeds from the Kathin ceremony were tallied at 1,100,000 baht. The funds will be used to repair religious sites damaged by flooding, support Buddhism, and preserve Thailand's cultural traditions. The merit was also dedicated as a royal offering to King Taksin the Great and dedicated to Prawit's mother, Sai-snee Wongsuwan.

Pol. Gen. Prawit has served as the annual Kathin host at Wat Pho Phueak to uphold Buddhist traditions and support the religion. The atmosphere was warm, with many locals attending to make merit and participate in the ceremony. Large crowds showed interest, greeting Pol. Gen. Prawit and requesting photos with him.

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