Economy
Concerns Raised Over Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Lighting Project
A politician has called for an investigation into a 60-million-baht lighting project by the Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Administrative Organization, citing internal warnings and alleged intimidation.
According to a report by Matichon Online on September 3, 2026, politician Chai-chana Detdecho has publicly questioned a street lighting project managed by the Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Administrative Organization (PAO). The project, valued at nearly 60 million baht, is currently under scrutiny following allegations that technical staff from the engineering department raised concerns regarding the initiative.
Chai-chana claims that these staff members were allegedly threatened with disciplinary action after attempting to voice their professional reservations about the project. The politician is now urging relevant authorities to conduct a formal investigation into the procurement and implementation process to ensure transparency and accountability.
For residents and visitors in Nakhon Si Thammarat, this development highlights ongoing discussions regarding the management of local infrastructure budgets. While the project aims to improve public lighting, the allegations of internal pressure and potential mismanagement suggest that the oversight of such public works remains a point of contention. At this stage, the claims of intimidation and the technical validity of the project remain to be confirmed by official investigative bodies. No formal findings have been released, and the situation is currently limited to the allegations brought forward by the politician.