by Tanakorn Sangiam
    
BANGKOK (NNT) - The feelings of shock and grief remain with people across the country in the aftermath of a mass shooting in Nong Bua Lamphu. Several agencies have joined hands to offer assistance to the families of the victims and those impacted.

 

The Supreme Patriarch of Thailand has extended his condolences to the families of the victims of a mass shooting event at a daycare center in Nong Bua Lamphu, according to an announcement made by His Holiness’s secretary office.

 

The office says it will provide religious supplies and financial aid to help with the victims’ funeral, which shall receive special facilitation from local temples, as well as financial aid for those injured.

 

The Supreme Patriarch has instructed all Buddhist temples in Thailand to host a special prayer for the victims this evening.

 

Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha ordered government offices to fly the national flag at half mast today. A moment of silence was observed.

 

The Prime Minister asked all relevant agencies to offer full assistance to the victims’ families and put the topic of gun ownership on the table. On this topic, the Ministry of Interior elaborated that the issuance of gun licenses had always been carefully reviewed.

 

Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221007204919881

 

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It’s sad that some had to turn a very tragic event into a photo op by handing out giant sized cheques. ????

7 minutes ago, harada said:

It’s sad that some had to turn a very tragic event into a photo op by handing out giant sized cheques. ????

I don't mind it, since it keeps this tragic event in the spotlight; HOWEVER, it's too soon for this.   I would have expected this next month, not a few days after.  

 

 

11 hours ago, harada said:

It’s sad that some had to turn a very tragic event into a photo op by handing out giant sized cheques. ????

You forgot to add 'in public'. Nothing wrong with giving, but in Thailand they always have to make a big show of it for 'face' reasons. Even those who donate 100 baht to the local temple have to have their name broadcast on the village news loudspeaker system. Juvenile and pathetic.

12 hours ago, Bangkok Barry said:

You forgot to add 'in public'. Nothing wrong with giving, but in Thailand they always have to make a big show of it for 'face' reasons. Even those who donate 100 baht to the local temple have to have their name broadcast on the village news loudspeaker system. Juvenile and pathetic.

Exactly, it was something I noticed here when I tried a bit of charitable donation.... one not only has to give, but very much must be seen to do so. 

After seeing anitun at our hospital I think he did a great job no grandstanding very humble no big cheques just nice words to the people

On 10/8/2022 at 6:08 AM, harada said:

It’s sad that some had to turn a very tragic event into a photo op by handing out giant sized cheques. ????

It's what the people like. Sorry you find it sad, you'll get used to it hopefully.. 

2 hours ago, ozz1 said:

After seeing anitun at our hospital I think he did a great job no grandstanding very humble no big cheques just nice words to the people

He's a nice, considerate man.

On 10/8/2022 at 6:16 AM, Iamfalang said:

I don't mind it, since it keeps this tragic event in the spotlight; HOWEVER, it's too soon for this.   I would have expected this next month, not a few days after.  

 

 

I don't mind too. However, many of these people are very poor and it helps knowing you can afford a proper funeral, without having to borrow money. 

3 hours ago, jacko45k said:

Exactly, it was something I noticed here when I tried a bit of charitable donation.... one not only has to give, but very much must be seen to do so. 

One thing I don't like is when the insurance company attends the funeral with an over-sized cheque. 

6 hours ago, ozz1 said:

After seeing anitun at our hospital I think he did a great job no grandstanding very humble no big cheques just nice words to the people

That was nice to hear. I hope all the bereaved people get all the help possible. So sorry for them and their losses.

Edited October 9, 20223 yr by possum1931

20 hours ago, Neeranam said:

One thing I don't like is when the insurance company attends the funeral with an over-sized cheque. 

Yes, rather tacky.....

'Juvenile and pathetic' ? 

I'd say "traditional".