Wat Phuttha Phrommayan Raises Over 116 Million Baht in Annual Kathin Ceremony
The annual Kathin ceremony at Wat Phuttha Phrommayan in Chachoengsao province successfully raised over 116 million baht, surpassing last year's total.
On November 7, 2026, Wat Phuttha Phrommayan in Khlong Khuean district, Chachoengsao, held its annual 'Maha Kathin' ceremony, a significant Buddhist merit-making event. Led by the abbot, Phra Watcharapanyarak (Luang Por Ek-lak), the temple successfully collected a total of 116,477,601.41 baht in donations. This figure represents a notable increase from the 102 million baht raised during the previous year's event.
Despite reports of lower physical attendance compared to last year—attributed to multiple Kathin ceremonies occurring simultaneously across various temples—the collective faith and generosity of the devotees remained strong. The event featured traditional rituals, including the offering of the Kathin cloth and prayers led by the abbot. The ceremony was presided over by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pitchanee Potharamik and Mr. Pitch Potharamik, alongside their family and various foundations.
For residents and visitors, this event highlights the enduring strength of Buddhist traditions in Thailand and the significant role of community-led philanthropy. While the financial success of the event is confirmed, the specific long-term projects or temple developments that these funds will support have not been detailed in the initial reports. Those interested in the temple's ongoing activities or future community initiatives may monitor official temple announcements for further updates.
