S.K. reveals that people are suspicious of organizing activities in Bangkok, fearing that the budget is not worth it. Proceed with inspection for 90 days.

On April 26, 2024, Mr. Peeraphon Kanokwalai, member of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (S.K.), Phaya Thai District, as chairman of the extraordinary committee to examine the use of the Bangkok budget. In organizing various types of activities, he mentioned the guidelines for proposing the establishment of a special committee, said that because there were people who were curious, inquired through the local MP about various activities organized by Bangkok, such as the digital Loi Krathong. Ong Ang Canal light tunnel, music in the garden, including BMA Expo 2023 and many other activities taking place. Bangkok has a budget. Or did they not actually use the budget? And how, especially in the Samphanthawong area. Pom Prap Sattru Phai District More people inquire about spending money to organize activities in the Khlong Ong Ang area of ​​Bangkok than in other areas.

“Who organized the fire tunnel? Who organizes music events in the garden? Who is the person who organizes the various events that happen and has the Permanent Secretary of Bangkok stand and have the District Director stand and the Deputy Governor of Bangkok? Went to stand with the Governor of Bangkok attending the event. So people asked me: Is it organized using the Bangkok budget? Initially, from asking Deputy Governor Sanont. Received the answer that some things are used. Some things are not used. There are no details yet.”

Mr. Peeraphon said that for this reason the matter was brought to the House of Representatives. BMA to explain to the public whether or not the budget is being used to organize activities or not. In some events, people question the worthiness and efficiency. If BMA does not use the budget, that is okay. But if you use the budget, it’s not worth it. Therefore, it is necessary to keep track of how much of the budget is spent. Is it appropriate or not, such as a light tunnel, digital Loy Krathong, etc.

Initially, the committee Will coordinate with the Finance Office. and the Budget Office To request clarification of documents regarding the use of the budget in various activities of Bangkok. In using the budget or not using the budget, the origin of the activity must be explained. Will be useful to BMA in explaining which activities do not use the budget. But at the same time Which activities use the budget? The numbers must be clearly stated as to how much of the budget was spent and whether it was worth the work that occurred or not.

By setting up a special committee to examine the use of Bangkok’s budget in organizing various types of activities, this is the first time during the reign of Bangkok Governor, Mr. Chatchat Sitthiphan, which was approved by the Bangkok Council. The study period is set to be completed within 90 days.

“There are reports that more than 10 million baht was spent on one activity, but I still can’t believe it. It is not yet considered true. Must give opportunity BMA explains first. and must see the supporting documents Can’t just make accusations like that. Initially, the committee Will check whether the budget is used or not in each activity. As for the credit limit, it is the next step,” Mr. Peeraphon said.