DASTA Wins 2026 Lert Rath Award for 'Bo Suak Model'

The Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (DASTA) has received the 2026 Lert Rath Award, a prestigious honor recognizing excellence in public sector management. According to a report by Thai Post, the agency was awarded in the category of participatory public administration for its 'Bo Suak Model.'

This initiative focuses on poverty alleviation through sustainable tourism, leveraging the historical significance of the area’s 750-year-old kilns. By integrating local heritage with tourism development, the project aims to elevate Bo Suak into a globally recognized tourism village.

For travelers and residents, this recognition highlights Bo Suak as an emerging destination that emphasizes cultural preservation and community-led economic growth. The award underscores the effectiveness of the model in fostering local participation, which may lead to improved infrastructure and more structured tourism experiences in the region.

While the award validates the success of the current model, it remains to be seen how the local community will manage the anticipated increase in visitor numbers and whether the project will serve as a blueprint for other rural areas in Thailand. Further details regarding specific future developments or expanded tourism facilities in Bo Suak have yet to be confirmed.