Politics
Former Deputy Interior Minister Kriang Galtinan Passes Away
Kriang Galtinan, a veteran politician and former Deputy Minister of Interior, has died following a period of illness.
According to a report by Khaosod Online Thailand, Kriang Galtinan, a former Deputy Minister of Interior and long-time Member of Parliament for Ubon Ratchathani, passed away peacefully at a hospital in Bangkok on August 11, 2026. He had been receiving medical treatment for an undisclosed illness for some time prior to his death.
Born on November 27, 1952, Mr. Galtinan held degrees in Liberal Arts and Educational Administration from Ubon Ratchathani Rajabhat University. His political career began in 1995 when he was first elected as an MP for Ubon Ratchathani under the Democrat Party. Throughout his career, he was associated with several political organizations, including the New Aspiration Party and the Thai Rak Thai Party, before his tenure with the Pheu Thai Party.
For residents and travelers, this news marks the passing of a significant figure in Thai regional politics, particularly in the Isan region. While his death is a notable event in the local political landscape, it is not expected to cause immediate disruptions to public services or travel infrastructure. The family has announced plans to transport his remains to his home province of Ubon Ratchathani on August 12, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. for funeral rites. Further details regarding the specific funeral schedule or public memorial services have not yet been released.