Interior Ministry Launches Probe into Land Sale Allegations Involving Official
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed that the Ministry of Interior has initiated an investigation into a land transaction involving the husband of celebrity Panadda 'Boom' Wongphudee.
On October 28, 2026, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul addressed reports concerning a land sale involving Atip Ananwan, the husband of television personality Panadda 'Boom' Wongphudee. The controversy emerged following allegations that a local sub-district head (kamnan) in Nakhon Nayok province and an official from the Office of the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Interior were linked to the transaction documents.
Speaking at Government House, Anutin stated that while he lacked specific details regarding the case, he had been informed by Permanent Secretary for the Interior, Ardsith Sumpunrat, that an official investigation committee has been established. The probe aims to clarify the extent of the involvement of Ministry of Interior personnel in the land deal.
For residents and observers, this development highlights ongoing scrutiny regarding the conduct of local officials and administrative transparency in land-related matters. As the investigation is in its preliminary stages, the specific nature of the alleged misconduct and whether any regulations were breached remain to be confirmed. The public awaits further findings from the ministry’s inquiry to determine if the named officials acted inappropriately or if the documentation was handled according to standard legal procedures.
