Thai Prime Minister Leads Buddhist Ceremony at Lumphini Park for Queen Sirikit's Death Anniversary

Key summary

On October 24, 2026, at 07:00 local time, Anutin Charnvirakul, serving as both Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, presided over a Buddhist chanting ceremony and merit-making alms-giving event at Lumphini Park. The event marked the death anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, Mother of the Nation. Ekaphob Piansuphat, spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, provided details regarding the arrangements. Upon arrival, ten senior monks ascended the throne seat. The Prime Minister lit incense and candles to honor the Triple Gem and placed offerings before a portrait of Queen Sirikit. Officials then requested the recitation of precepts, which the monks performed according to royal tradition. Subsequently, the Prime Minister, alongside the President of the National Assembly, the President of the Supreme Court, the President of the Senate, and heads of independent organizations, presented Thai-tham offerings to the ten monks. The Prime Minister draped a tri-kat over the monks, who then accepted the offering and bestowed blessings. Finally, the Prime Minister poured water for the monks, paid respects to the Triple Gem, and bowed before Queen Sirikit's portrait. The ceremony concluded with the Prime Minister leading government officials and attendees in alms-giving to twelve sets of monks.