Thailand Disburses Flood Relief Funds to Over 20,000 Households
The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation has initiated flood relief payments to 20,970 households across 15 provinces, including Bangkok.
On October 31, 2026, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) announced the commencement of flood relief fund transfers to affected residents. According to Khaosod Online, Director-General Nirat Pongsitthavorn confirmed that 152 million baht in total aid is being processed through the Government Savings Bank. This initial disbursement covers 20,970 households across 15 provinces, including Ayutthaya, Saraburi, Chachoengsao, Prachinburi, Nakhon Nayok, Sa Kaeo, Lamphun, Nakhon Sawan, Kamphaeng Phet, Phetchabun, Ratchaburi, Kanchanaburi, Suphan Buri, Nakhon Pathom, and Bangkok. Additionally, the government has allocated funeral compensation payments of 2 million baht each for seven individuals who lost their lives due to the flooding. For residents and travelers, this development indicates that recovery efforts are underway in these regions. While the government has begun distributing these funds, individuals who believe they are eligible but have not received support should contact their local provincial authorities or the DDPM to confirm their status. It remains to be confirmed if further rounds of funding will be released for other affected areas not included in this specific batch of payments.
