Politics
Pathum Thani Health Official Transferred Following Gambling Allegations
The director of a sub-district health promotion hospital in Pathum Thani has been transferred pending an investigation into reports of staff gambling in an OPD room.
On September 21, 2026, Pathum Thani Provincial Administrative Organization (PAO) President Kamronwit Thoopkrachang announced the immediate transfer of a sub-district health promotion hospital (Ror Por Sor Tor) director. This action follows viral social media reports from the 'STRONG Anti-Corruption Club' alleging that the director and subordinates were gambling in the hospital's Outpatient Department (OPD) room during evening hours.
According to Khaosod Online, Kamronwit confirmed that an initial review verified the reports as accurate. The director has been ordered to report for duty at the Pathum Thani PAO office while a formal fact-finding committee conducts an investigation. The committee has been instructed to complete its inquiry within seven days to determine appropriate disciplinary actions in accordance with government regulations.
For residents and visitors, this incident highlights ongoing efforts by local authorities to maintain professional standards in public health facilities. While the initial investigation has confirmed the occurrence of the event, the final disciplinary outcome remains pending. The PAO has emphasized that the process will follow official procedures rather than relying solely on social media reports. Further updates are expected once the seven-day investigation concludes.
