Ministry of Industry Launches Inspections of 3,049 Factories Nationwide to Prevent Illegal Dumping of Industrial Waste

Key summary

On November 1, 2026, Warawut Silpa-Archa, Minister of Industry, presided over the launch of a strict inspection, supervision, and law enforcement operation at the Department of Industrial Works. The operation focused on high-risk areas and areas with complaints to prevent the illegal dumping of industrial waste. The target is 3,049 factories across the country, divided into Group A (Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, Rayong, Prachin Buri, Samut Prakan) and Group B (Samut Sakhon, Nakhon Pathom, Pathum Thani, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Saraburi), with completion scheduled for November 2026. Group C (the remaining areas and Bangkok) is scheduled for completion in December 2026. Warawut stated that industrial development should not shift the burden of risk to the public. Officials must inspect every step, from the business operation process to the pollution control system. If violations are found, they must be dealt with strictly and impartially according to the law. Phasakorn Chairat, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Industry, plays a key role in coordinating between policy and implementation.