Thanyaburi Municipality Orders Do Good Foundation to Stop Using Buildings
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On October 31, 2026, reporters visited the Do Good Foundation, led by Dr. Panadda Wongputhi, located in Khlong Paet, Lam Phak Kut Subdistrict, Thanyaburi District, Pathum Thani Province. The complex sits on approximately 2 rai 300 square wah with a reported construction budget of 50 million baht. It comprises four main building groups: a shrine hall (the "Fu Thian Kong" shrine) for worship and spiritual gatherings, partially funded by Luang Pu Sila Sirijantho and donors; three large buildings serving as offices, a coordination center for aid, and a low-cost kitchen and restaurant providing free meals to the homeless; a shelter for women and children facing domestic issues; a disaster relief center stocked with relief supplies, rice, and dried food, plus parking and boat docks for flood assistance; and a vocational training building for local residents, along with a large parking dome and a recreation garden.
The entire compound was silent and locked. A female foundation staff member asked media not to record inside, permitting only front-of-building footage. Staff declined interviews, saying they must wait for "Mae Buem" to explain personally.
Meanwhile, the Thanyaburi Subdistrict Municipality posted three notices at the foundation's entrance on October 30, 2026. The first order suspended construction, modification, demolition, or relocation of buildings under Section 40(1) for lack of a permit or notification, and for deviating from approved plans and conditions. The second order prohibited use or entry into any part of the buildings or construction areas under Section 40(2) for the same violations. The third order required the foundation to apply for a permit, notify authorities, or rectify the unauthorized construction under Section 41. All three orders were signed by Deputy Mayor Chaiwat Leenawarat, acting for the Mayor of Thanyaburi Subdistrict Municipality.
Municipality reports indicate the Do Good Foundation had applied for a permit to build only residences. At the time, administrative transitions and election campaigning meant officials did not inspect the site thoroughly.
