Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Yasothon Road Project Stalled With Two Months Left
A 1,120-meter road project in Yasothon with less than two months remaining has yet to begin construction, prompting anti-corruption officials to warn the provincial administrative organization about timeline and quality risks.
Phuket Prepares for Khao Pansa With Candle Ceremony
Phuket City Municipality held its annual candle casting ceremony to mark the upcoming Khao Pansa, bringing together officials, monks, students and residents to honor this longstanding Buddhist tradition.
Korat Candle Festival Returns With Anutin, Lisa Sculptures
Thailand's Korat Candle Festival returns July 28–30, 2026, featuring drone shows, traditional pottery art, and satirical candle sculptures of PM Anutin and pop star Lisa to celebrate Buddhist Lent traditions and boost local tourism.
Officials Seize Illegal Resort on Koh Samui Forest
Officials seized the Overlap Stone 2 resort on Koh Samui after finding it illegally occupied 4.55 acres of protected forest land, with the Environment Ministry vowing strict prosecution of all encroachers on state resources.
Phuket Identifies Five More Unlicensed Hotels
Phuket authorities have identified five additional unlicensed hotels as part of an intensified provincial crackdown on illegal accommodation operations led by Deputy Interior Minister Teerarat Polapee.
Phuket Governor Meets Kenyan Ambassador to Boost Ties
Phuket Governor Chotinrin Kerdsum met with Kenya's ambassador to explore expanded cooperation in tourism, trade, investment and sports, with plans to establish a sister-city relationship between the two regions.
Songkhla Governor Mobilizes Aid for Homeless Elderly Woman
Songkhla's governor has ordered assistance for a 68-year-old homeless woman whose welfare benefits were cut despite owning two decades-old motorcycles, after flooding destroyed her Hat Yai home.
Man Faces Backlash for Resort Room Content, Guests Urge Legal Action
A man's Instagram videos simulating urination on resort fixtures and belongings in Nan province sparked outrage online, with guests calling for legal action against him. The resort confirmed it suffered damage and is pursuing action against
Over 200 Residents Oppose Dual-Track Railway Project Through Krabi
Over 200 residents from Krabi and Phang Nga provinces filed objections to a dual-track railway project that would seize 2,000 rai of farmland and over 400 homes, saying compensation is insufficient and the economically unviable project lack
Thailand Plans Sea Bridge to Koh Chang by 2035
Thailand's Expressway Authority plans to build a sea bridge to Koh Chang island by 2035, eliminating lengthy ferry waits and improving access for residents and tourists. The project requires cabinet approval by 2029 and construction startin
Phuket Launches Surveillance System to Combat Crime
Phuket authorities unveiled a new surveillance system called "Phuket Eye" this week to tackle rising crime, drug trafficking, and protect the vital tourism sector.
Phuket Nightlife Operators Push for Wider Entertainment Zones
Phuket nightlife operators are calling on provincial authorities to expand legal entertainment zones, arguing that wider zoning would enable more venues to obtain licenses and boost tourism revenue.