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GH Bank Announces Emergency Relief for Nonthaburi School Incident Victims
Government Housing Bank (GH Bank) has introduced a special interest rate reduction for customers affected by the recent school incident in Nonthaburi.
According to a report by Thai Post on August 7, 2026, the Government Housing Bank (GH Bank) has launched an urgent relief measure for its customers impacted by the recent incident at a school in Nonthaburi province.
Under this new policy, customers who have suffered death or permanent disability as a result of the incident are eligible for a significant reduction in their mortgage interest rates. The bank has set the interest rate at 0.01% per annum for the remaining duration of their existing loan contracts.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this measure highlights the institutional response to local crises. While this relief is specifically targeted at existing bank clients, it underscores the financial support mechanisms available through state-backed entities during times of tragedy.
At this stage, the specific details regarding the application process and the documentation required to verify eligibility for this interest rate adjustment remain to be confirmed by the bank. Those affected are encouraged to contact GH Bank directly for official guidance. As this is an ongoing administrative response to a localized event, further updates regarding the scope of the incident or additional support measures have not yet been released by official authorities.