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Princess Ubolratana Visits TO BE NUMBER ONE Project in Samut Songkhram
Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi visited Samut Songkhram province on August 13, 2026, to oversee the progress of the TO BE NUMBER ONE anti-drug initiative.
On August 13, 2026, Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi traveled to Samut Songkhram province to monitor the ongoing operations of the TO BE NUMBER ONE project. According to a report by Khaosod Online Thailand, the Princess presided over the opening of a new TO BE NUMBER ONE club and a 'Friends Corner' center at Thawaranukul School in the provincial capital.
Local officials, including Samut Songkhram Governor Chayachai Saeng-in, representatives from the Department of Mental Health, and project foundation members, were present to welcome the Princess. Governor Chayachai noted that the province has prioritized the prevention and resolution of drug-related issues through this initiative, which has been implemented consistently across the region.
For residents and visitors, this event highlights the continued emphasis on youth-oriented social programs in Samut Songkhram. The TO BE NUMBER ONE project remains a significant part of the local public health and social welfare landscape. While the visit underscores the provincial government's commitment to these anti-drug efforts, the long-term impact of these specific new facilities on local youth engagement remains to be observed as the program continues its operations.