Law
Dispute Over Wat Pa Adulyaram Land Ownership Emerges in Khon Kaen
A local individual, known as 'Pa Da,' is seeking an official investigation into the land ownership status of Wat Pa Adulyaram in Khon Kaen province.
On August 17, 2026, an individual identified as 'Pa Da' (Chommanee Noichan) held a press conference at the Channel 3 Maleenont Tower to address an ongoing land dispute involving Wat Pa Adulyaram in Khon Kaen. Pa Da stated that her family intends to seek an official inquiry from the National Office of Buddhism regarding the legitimacy of the temple's land acquisition.
The core of the dispute centers on a specific plot of land, identified by title deed number 61945. Pa Da claims that the property remains registered under the name of her ancestor, 'Ta Hiang,' and disputes the temple's legal ownership. She noted that her family has faced legal action, including summonses and arrest warrants, after attempting to access the site. Pa Da emphasized that her family is not targeting the monastic community but is seeking to verify the legal process through which the temple acquired the land. She stated that if the acquisition is proven to be lawful, her family will accept the outcome; however, if irregularities are found, she intends to pursue further investigation into the status of the temple's land use.
For residents and visitors, this situation highlights a complex property rights issue that may affect the status of the temple grounds. The matter remains subject to official verification, and the public must await the results of the requested investigation to determine the legal standing of the property.