Department of National Parks Announces Major Personnel Reshuffle
The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has ordered the reassignment of 95 officials across various protected areas and stations.
On October 12, 2026, Khaosod Online reported that Mr. Yongyut Nakwiroj, Director-General of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP), signed an order reassigning 95 officials to new roles. The reshuffle affects various positions, including heads of national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, botanical gardens, and forest fire control centers.
Key locations impacted by these leadership changes include Sirinat National Park, Namtok Phlio National Park, Than Sadet National Park, and Khlong Kaeo National Park. The order involves a wide range of administrative and operational roles, such as forest fire control center chiefs and wildlife checkpoint supervisors, aimed at adjusting the management structure within the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.
For residents and travelers, these changes are primarily administrative. While leadership shifts at popular national parks can sometimes lead to changes in local park management policies, visitor access and general operations are expected to continue as normal. It remains to be confirmed how these specific personnel changes might influence long-term conservation strategies or specific park regulations in the coming months. Travelers planning visits to these specific parks should monitor official DNP announcements for any potential updates regarding park management or facility access.
