Transport
Viral Video Highlights Severe Road Damage in Kanchanaburi
A video featuring a person dressed as an astronaut walking on a heavily damaged section of Route 323 has sparked public demands for urgent repairs.
On August 29, 2026, social media users in Thailand began circulating footage depicting an individual dressed in an astronaut costume navigating a severely deteriorated stretch of Route 323. The road, located between the districts of Sangkhlaburi and Thong Pha Phum in Kanchanaburi province, is shown to be riddled with deep, crater-like potholes.
According to Khaosod English, the viral video has prompted renewed public calls for local authorities to address the poor condition of this infrastructure. For residents and travelers, the state of this route is a significant concern, as the deep damage poses potential risks to vehicle safety and may cause substantial delays for those commuting between these popular western districts.
While the creative protest has successfully drawn widespread attention to the road's condition, it remains to be confirmed whether provincial authorities have scheduled specific maintenance or repair works in response to this viral campaign. Travelers planning to use Route 323 in the near future are advised to exercise caution and anticipate potentially hazardous driving conditions until official repairs are completed.