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Netiwit Criticizes Chulalongkorn University’s Approach to Uthen Thawai Campus Dispute
Activist Netiwit Chotiphatphaisal argues that evicting Uthen Thawai campus is an ineffective solution, suggesting a collaborative development approach instead.
According to a report by Matichon Online on September 10, 2026, activist Netiwit Chotiphatphaisal has publicly criticized the ongoing efforts by Chulalongkorn University to reclaim land currently occupied by the Uthen Thawai campus. Netiwit contends that the university's focus on eviction is an ineffective way to resolve the long-standing land dispute.
Instead of pursuing displacement, Netiwit suggests that Chulalongkorn University should shift its strategy toward collaborative development. He argues that the university should act as a partner in educational advancement rather than strictly asserting its role as a landowner. He proposes that the issue be elevated to a national agenda to find a more constructive resolution that benefits the educational community.
For residents and visitors in Bangkok, this dispute highlights ongoing tensions regarding land use in the Pathum Wan district, an area known for its high concentration of educational institutions. While the situation remains a matter of institutional conflict, it serves as a reminder of the complex land ownership history in central Bangkok. At this time, it remains to be confirmed how the university administration will respond to these suggestions and whether any formal mediation will be adopted to prevent further escalation of the eviction process.
