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600,000 register for ‘Bike for Dad’

BANGKOK: About 600,000 people throughout the country have registered to take part in the “Bike for Dad” cycling event on Dec 11 to mark His Majesty the King's 88th birthday, permanent secretary for interior Krisda Boonraj said.

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By Bangkok Post

Wednesday 11 November 2015 11:25 AM


Cyclists make their way down the Phra Pinklao Bridge on Nov 8 as still pictures and video are captured to produce promotional photos and clips for the “Bike for Dad” cycling event on Dec 11 to commemorate His Majesty the King’s birthday. (Photo by Wichan Charoenkiatpakul)

Cyclists make their way down the Phra Pinklao Bridge on Nov 8 as still pictures and video are captured to produce promotional photos and clips for the “Bike for Dad” cycling event on Dec 11 to commemorate His Majesty the King’s birthday. (Photo by Wichan Charoenkiatpakul)

Mr Krisda said a large number of bikers turned up nationwide yesterday (Nov 10), the last day for registration.

Sources said the cabinet yesterday discussed whether Dec 11 should be declared an official holiday.

However, the meeting agreed that it was not necessary to do so as there are already many holidays in December. Instead, cooperation may be sought from certain agencies to allow their staff to participate.

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha voiced concern over safety on that day with a large number of people taking part in the event potentially causing heavy traffic congestion.

He asked agencies concerned to ensure all activities are carried out smoothly.

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