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Chai Nat Education Office Leads Reforestation Effort at Khao Khaya
The Chai Nat Primary Educational Service Area Office has partnered with local volunteers to restore the Khao Khaya forest area, continuing the long-term project to transform the former 'desert mountain' into a lush landscape.
According to a report by Matichon Online on August 28, 2026, the Chai Nat Primary Educational Service Area Office (PESAO) has joined forces with the Noen Kham Educational Coordination Center and local volunteers to conduct a reforestation initiative at Khao Khaya. This effort is part of a broader, ongoing environmental project aimed at rehabilitating the area, which was historically referred to as a 'desert mountain' due to severe deforestation and soil degradation.
For residents and visitors, this initiative represents a significant step in the long-term ecological recovery of the region. The project seeks to transform the site into a 'mountain of heaven,' characterized by restored greenery and improved biodiversity. While the immediate focus is on planting and environmental restoration, the project serves as a community-led model for land rehabilitation in Thailand.
At this stage, the specific scope of the current planting phase and the long-term maintenance schedule for the newly restored sections remain to be confirmed. Those interested in the progress of this environmental transformation or potential volunteer opportunities may monitor updates from the Chai Nat PESAO or local environmental coordination centers.