King Prajadhipok’s Institute Students Discuss PM2.5 Mitigation in Chiang Rai

On September 12, 2026, students from the King Prajadhipok’s Institute (KPI) Class 30 held a consultative meeting with Chiang Rai provincial authorities to address the recurring issue of haze and PM2.5 particulate matter. The delegation, which included representatives from both the public and private sectors, met with Chiang Rai Governor Chuchip Pongchai and Deputy Governor Prasert Jitpleecheep to exchange ideas on long-term solutions.

Key topics of discussion included the implementation of measures to reduce and prohibit agricultural burning in the region. The meeting aimed to foster multi-sectoral cooperation to create concrete and sustainable strategies for air quality management. Officials from the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation and the Office of Natural Resources and Environment provided data on the current situation to support the development of these proposals.

For residents and travelers, this meeting highlights ongoing efforts by local authorities to tackle seasonal air quality issues. While the discussions focused on policy and collaborative frameworks, specific operational changes or new regulations resulting from these talks have not yet been finalized. Observers should monitor future announcements from the Chiang Rai provincial government to see how these proposed strategies will be implemented on the ground, particularly as the region prepares for future dry seasons where air quality often fluctuates.