Temple Abbot Shows Land Title but Cannot Transfer Ownership Yet
A Khon Kaen temple abbot presented the original land deed covering 21 rai but cannot finalize the transfer to the temple's name yet due to legal procedures requiring provincial governor approval.
A temple abbot in Khon Kaen displayed the original land deed but cannot yet transfer ownership to the temple due to legal requirements. The abbot revealed that he has never discussed the matter with the other party to find a solution. On August 14, 2025, Khon Kaen Provincial Police escorted a delegation from Wat Pa Adulyaram, led by Abbot Phrakhru Adulasarnithesa Dr. Prayut Pratetsena, along with government officials, to Khon Kaen Land Office to present documentation for transferring the land deed into the temple's name.
The abbot presented the original land deed from his bag to reporters before the Khon Kaen Land Official examined and confirmed it as authentic. The deed, number 61945 covering more than 21 rai, is currently registered under the name of Heiang Pimsri. The official explained that although a court has already ruled the land belongs to the temple, the transfer cannot be finalized today because it must follow Land Code Section 84 procedures in full, which require the provincial governor to oversee the process.
Under Section 84, the governor has delegated authority to the Land Department to conduct detailed inspections including verification of the temple's documents, layout plans, and property details, followed by checks with local district authorities to assess community impact and suitability. All documents will then be compiled and sent to the Khon Kaen Provincial Governor for final approval. The abbot stated that since the dispute began and the court ruling, the plaintiff's side has never communicated directly with him or allowed followers to discuss finding a resolution, despite his willingness to talk and find a fair way forward.
