Government Government Approves Additional 10.5 Billion Baht for Flood Relief
The Government Savings Bank is preparing to distribute over 10.5 billion baht in additional flood relief funds following a recent Cabinet resolution.
According to Khaosod Online, the Government Savings Bank (GSB) is set to begin transferring additional flood relief payments to affected households. This follows a Cabinet resolution on October 20, 2026, which approved a budget framework exceeding 10.5 billion baht. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has transferred these funds to the GSB to facilitate the distribution process.
GSB Director Vitai Ratanakorn stated that the bank is working continuously, including on public holidays, to process payments for eligible recipients identified by the DDPM. As of October 19, 2026, the bank had already successfully transferred over 5.28 billion baht to 691,463 households.
For residents awaiting assistance, it is essential to ensure that their PromptPay accounts are correctly linked to their 13-digit national identification numbers. This linkage is necessary to ensure the timely receipt of funds. While the bank continues to coordinate with the DDPM to expedite the process, individuals should monitor their linked bank accounts for incoming transfers. It remains to be confirmed when the final distribution for all eligible households will be completed, as the bank continues to process lists provided by the authorities on an ongoing basis.
