Community-Led River Conservation Project Launched in Phichit

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has officially launched its 2026 fiscal year project focused on the conservation and development of rivers and canals through community engagement. The initiative was held in the Yom River basin area, specifically involving residents of Village No. 2 and the Kamphaeng Din Phitthayakhom School in the Kamphaeng Din sub-district of Sam Ngam district, Phichit province.

This project emphasizes the importance of local participation in maintaining water resources, aiming to foster sustainable management of the waterways that are vital to the region's landscape and daily life. By involving the local community directly, the DWR seeks to ensure that conservation efforts are aligned with the needs and knowledge of those living closest to the river.

For residents and visitors, this initiative highlights the ongoing efforts to preserve the natural beauty and ecological health of Thailand’s inland waterways. While the project focuses on immediate conservation activities, further details regarding specific long-term environmental outcomes or additional community workshops remain to be confirmed by the department. Those interested in local environmental stewardship or the cultural significance of the Yom River may find this development relevant to their understanding of regional community-led initiatives.