Wat Pa Adulyaram Land Dispute Update

On August 16, 2026, Professor Thongthong Chandrangsu, Chairman of the National Buddhism Protection Committee, visited Wat Pa Adulyaram in Khon Kaen to address an ongoing land dispute between the temple and the heirs of a private individual named Hiang.

According to Khaosod Online, Professor Thongthong confirmed that the temple is legally registered, citing a 1998 Royal Gazette announcement as proof of its status. He stated that the temple holds the original land title deed, refuting claims made by individuals who had previously reported the document as lost to the provincial land office. The National Office of Buddhism has formally notified the land office of these facts to clarify the situation.

For residents and visitors, this development provides clarity regarding the temple's standing and the resolution of the conflict that has drawn significant public attention over the past week. The committee is now moving forward with the process of updating the land title deed to reflect the temple's name officially.

While the legal status of the temple is now asserted by the committee, the next steps involve further discussions with the Khon Kaen provincial governor. The land office is expected to proceed with administrative procedures following the reports filed by the opposing parties. Further updates are expected as the authorities finalize the title transfer.