Bangkok prepares for Songkran with 1,600 safety officers

The Songkran festivities in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok, are set to have more than 1,600 officials and volunteers on guard. This safety measure is particularly aimed at tourist hotspots like Khao San and Silom roads.

The Phra Nakhon District Director, Kosol Singhanat, anticipates a substantial influx of tourists in three key areas during the holiday, namely Khao San Road, Sanam Luang, and Phra Athit Road.

The Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024 at Sanam Luang is one of the government-hosted events, while the Wisut Kasat’s Thephi Songkran beauty pageant will be taking place at Santi Chai Prakan Park on Phra Athit Road.

Singhanat confirmed that the district office will dispatch a minimum of 1,600 staff members and volunteers, encompassing firefighters and nurses, to monitor the primary Songkran venues.

In light of the festivities starting on April 12, the office plans to set…