Political Activist Requests Investigation into Protest Group's Fundraising
Political activist Sonthiya Sawasdee has petitioned the Central Investigation Bureau to examine whether a protest group led by 'Kamnan Mano' is violating public assembly and fundraising laws.
On November 13, 2026, political activist Sonthiya Sawasdee filed a formal request with the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) in Bangkok, calling for an investigation into the protest activities of the 'People's Revolution Network to Protect the Land,' led by Mano Kreakaew, the sub-district head (Kamnan) of Krabi Noi, Krabi province. Sonthiya submitted documentation, including interview transcripts and video footage, alleging that the group's ongoing demonstrations and public fundraising efforts—conducted along highways from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Bangkok—may violate the Public Assembly Act and the Fundraising Control Act of 1944. Sonthiya stated that he has known the protest leader for over a decade and emphasized that his petition is independent, not motivated by external employment. He expressed skepticism regarding the group's primary demand—government intervention in fuel prices—arguing that such issues are global in nature and beyond the scope of national policy. For residents and travelers, this development highlights potential disruptions to traffic and public order as the group moves toward the capital. It remains to be confirmed whether the authorities will find sufficient evidence of legal violations to initiate formal charges or if the group's activities will be deemed compliant with existing regulations.
