Songkran on Khao San Road, a big event 13-15 April 2024

Organizing a big Songkran festival on Khaosan Road “Khaosan Songkran Fest 2024” 13-15 April 2024, using the AI system to ensure maximum safety for tourists.

Today (April 9, 2024) at Khao San Road, Phra Nakhon District, Mr. Koson Singhanat, Director of Phra Nakhon District, Pol. Col. Sanong Saengmanee, Superintendent of Chanasongkram Police Station, Mr. Piyabut Chiwaramonaikul. President of the Khao San Road Traders Association and Mr. Pantawat Nakwisut or Not, owner of Lottery Plus business Jointly announce the organization of the Khaosan Road Songkran Festival 2024 “Khaosan Songkarn Fest 2024” between 13-15 April 2024.

Mr. Koson, Director of Phra Nakhon District, said that this year Bangkok is holding Songkran events in a total of 118 locations, with Phra Nakhon District being the most important point. of both Thai and foreign tourists Which the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) organized at Sanam Luang is considered a world-class event. and organize a beauty pageant Saint King at Santichaiprakan Park And the important thing is this Khao San Road. Mr. Chatchart Sitthiphan, Governor of Bangkok, has emphasized the issue of safety. And to build confidence among tourists, Bangkok has installed about 500 CCTV cameras around the event and has brought in an AI system to help scan license plates of cars that may cause crimes and accidents. Both remember history and images of a person's face, through Pol. Col. Sanong Saengmanee, superintendent of the Chana Songkhram Police Station, initiated the use of a total of 22 images, both for security and the density of tourists coming to Khao San Road and a camera used to scan the density of the area, totaling 4 points. If it is found to be too dense, the camera will warn you immediately.

Mr. Koson said that in addition, the administrative division What we are going to do is set up smart poles as emergency exits to prevent accidents. There will be an emergency exit. that clearly indicates the route Smart poles will include lights, sound, alarms and signposts. And a command center has been set up at the Chao Phraya Room, while the Operations Center (CDC) will be at Chanasongkram Police Station to monitor movement. and can truly work The military has been prepared. Both the police force from Chanasongkram Police Station and Immigration, tourist police, municipal officials, nurses total nearly 1,000 officers.

Pol. Col. Sanong said that for Khao San Road safety, every sector has been integrated to take care of the people. There are lessons learned from last year, such as the use of AI cameras to detect surveillance individuals or pickpocket gangs. that will cause or the density of people by using AI technology all together. I want Khao San Road to be a model for organizing activities. In terms of safety Therefore, I would like to ask the people to have faith in the work of the officials. Just prepare yourself to have fun because every sector is doing their best.

Mr. Piyabutr said that this year Maha Songkran and is soft power It is registered with UNESCO. and events were held both at Sanam Luang, Ratchadamnoen Road, and the city square. and Santichaiprakan Park The director of Chana Songkhram Police Station will emphasize safety as much as possible. Because this year it is expected that there will be more tourists than last year. Khao San Road is considered to have the most foreigners in Bangkok. It is considered safe every year the event is held. There are 4 principles: powder-free, high-powered water guns, porn-free, and safe.

Mr. Pantawat or Not, as the sponsor of the event, said that This year, Thailand's Songkran was awarded a World Heritage status. And the Songkran tradition has been with Thai people for a long time. And the lottery, which is associated with happiness, fun, and hope, fits well with this festival of returning to one's parents. Especially about happiness and fun, so we're happy to support it. In addition, he has been contacted. and want to support a Songkran event Including their products are part of Thai society. Therefore would like to support the Songkran event. and contact Khao San Road When he had the opportunity, he joined in supporting this event.