Dispute Over Wat Pa Adulyaram Land Status Continues in Khon Kaen

On August 16, 2026, Chaiyong Kongsri, a 68-year-old former administrator at Khon Kaen University, visited Wat Pa Adulyaram in Khon Kaen to express support for the abbot, Phrakhru Adulsarnnithet. The visit occurred amidst a public land dispute involving a local individual referred to as 'Pa Da.'

Chaiyong provided testimony regarding the temple's origins, stating that he assisted in drafting the formal application for the temple's establishment in the early 1990s. According to his account, the area was previously overgrown forest with no infrastructure when the temple was first proposed. He claims he helped the temple’s former treasurer prepare the necessary documentation for submission to the Department of Religious Affairs, which eventually led to the temple's recognition in April 1998.

For residents and visitors, this situation highlights an ongoing conflict regarding land rights and historical usage in the Nong Waeng Trachu community. While the temple remains a site of local religious activity, the dispute underscores the complexities of land tenure in developing urban areas. It remains to be confirmed how the legal authorities will address the claims made by the opposing party and whether the documentation provided by Chaiyong will influence the current legal proceedings. Observers are advised to monitor local updates as the dispute continues to unfold.