Police Negotiate Partial Reopening of Phitsanulok Road Amid Protests
Authorities are seeking to reopen lanes on Phitsanulok Road to ease traffic congestion ahead of school reopenings, while maintaining protest boundaries near Government House.
On November 10, 2026, police from the Nang Loeng station initiated discussions with protest leaders from the People's Revolution Front for Land Protection (NPP) to address ongoing traffic disruptions. Currently, Phitsanulok Road is fully closed between the Nang Loeng and Phanitchayakan intersections due to a protest stage set up at the Chamai Maruchet Bridge. Police are requesting that protesters open at least one or two of the four available traffic lanes to facilitate public movement, particularly as schools are scheduled to reopen on November 11. The negotiations also touched upon the 50-meter exclusion zone surrounding Government House. Authorities reiterated that while protests are permitted outside this perimeter, they must not obstruct daily public life. The protest group has requested further clarification on the exact boundaries of this restricted area to ensure compliance with legal regulations. For residents and travelers, this situation means that traffic in the area remains significantly impacted. While authorities are working to restore partial access, commuters should anticipate continued delays and potential road closures near the Government House area. It remains to be confirmed whether the protest leaders will agree to the requested lane openings or if further adjustments to the protest site will be made before the school reopening date.
