Phuket Governor Saransak Srikruanetra chaired a high-level meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday (Oct 10) to coordinate readiness for the Princess’s visit.
Attending the meeting were Vice Governors Samawit Suphanphai and Suwit Phansengiam, Rear Admiral Praphan Srisuvipa, Deputy Director of the Phuket Provincial Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC), Rear Admiral Sompot Thodsanit, Chief of Staff of the Third Naval Area Command, and Pol Col Phasakon Sonthikul, Deputy Commander of the Phuket Provincial Police, along with representatives from local shrines and relevant government agencies.
Governor Saransak instructed all agencies to ensure full readiness in all aspects of the royal visit, including the procession route, venues, traffic management and public safety. He emphasised that lighting, communications systems and CCTV cameras must be fully operational along the entire route.
He also called for cooperation from the public, particularly in refraining from selling or lighting firecrackers containing cement, which could cause sparks and pose safety hazards.
In addition, security and administrative agencies have been ordered to strictly regulate drone activity in the area throughout the visit to ensure maximum safety. Plans are also in place to manage weather-related contingencies, with personnel to be stationed at key points to assist with traffic control and facilitate smooth coordination.
Governor Saransak said the goal is to ensure a dignified, elegant and safe welcome for Her Royal Highness while upholding Phuket’s long-standing traditions during this year’s Vegetarian Festival ‒ which also marks the 200th anniversary of the event.