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Police Committee Dismisses Allegations Against King Prajadhipok's Institute Secretary

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Police Committee Dismisses Allegations Against King Prajadhipok's Institute Secretary

The House Committee on Police has rejected a complaint alleging that the Secretary-General of the King Prajadhipok's Institute demanded bribes for admission into the institution's programs.

On August 28, 2026, Matichon Online reported that the House Committee on Police officially dismissed allegations against the Secretary-General of the King Prajadhipok's Institute. The complaint had accused the official of soliciting bribes in exchange for securing admission into the institute's prestigious political and governance training programs.

Following the dismissal of the case, the committee took the additional step of removing the individual who filed the complaint from their position within the committee. The committee concluded that the evidence provided did not warrant further investigation into the Secretary-General's conduct.

For residents and expatriates, this development highlights the internal administrative processes of Thai parliamentary committees and the high-profile nature of the King Prajadhipok's Institute, which is a prominent academic body focused on democracy and governance. While the committee has closed the matter, the decision to remove the whistleblower raises questions regarding the internal handling of grievances within these oversight bodies.

It remains to be confirmed whether the complainant will pursue legal action through the judicial system or if other oversight agencies will take an interest in the allegations. As this is an internal political matter, it does not directly impact the daily lives of tourists, though it serves as a reminder of the ongoing scrutiny surrounding public institutions in Thailand.