Former Minister Pichit Chuenban Attends Religious Casting Ceremony in Ang Thong
Former Minister Pichit Chuenban participated in a traditional Buddhist casting ceremony for a statue of Somdet Phra Phutthachan (To Phrommarangsi) on Chulalongkorn Day.
On October 23, 2026, former Minister to the Prime Minister's Office, Pichit Chuenban, attended a religious ceremony in Pa Mok District, Ang Thong Province. The event involved the traditional casting of a statue of Somdet Phra Phutthachan (To Phrommarangsi), a highly revered Buddhist monk in Thailand.
The ceremony was presided over by Somdet Phra Thirayanmuni, the abbot of Wat Debsirindrawas Ratchaworawihan in Bangkok. Held at the Itsaraphap 109 courtyard, the event coincided with Chulalongkorn Day (King Chulalongkorn Memorial Day), a significant public holiday in Thailand dedicated to honoring the legacy of King Rama V.
For residents and visitors, this event highlights the ongoing importance of traditional Buddhist rituals in Thai cultural life. Such ceremonies are common throughout the country and often serve as focal points for community merit-making. While the casting ceremony itself has concluded, those interested in Thai religious art or local cultural practices may find that visiting historical sites in Ang Thong offers deeper insight into these traditions. It remains to be confirmed when the completed statue will be officially installed or if it will be open for public viewing at a specific temple location in the future.
