A high-profile Chiang Mai temple abbot is under investigation after allegations of mismanagement of 200 million baht worth of donations and unauthorised construction of a shrine, following a recent incident in which he caused damage to multiple vehicles.

 

The Chiang Mai Ecclesiastical Office is now examining the financial and land issues related to Phra Phutthabat Si Roi temple, a temple frequented by celebrities.

 

Phra Khru Phutthabotjetiyarak, or Khru Bah Phornchai Piyawanno, 56 years old, abbot of Phra Phutthabat Si Roi temple in Mae Rim district, Chiang Mai, was involved in a car accident on May 29, causing damage to four cars and two motorcycles.

 

He compensated the vehicle owners, covering thousands of baht for repairs and new motorcycles. Following this incident, Boonyarit Nipawanich, head of the Regional 5 Administrative Registration Centre and president of the Thai District Officers Alliance, lodged a complaint with the Chiang Mai Ecclesiastical Office about the abbot’s behaviour, reported Khaosod.

 

by Nattapong Westwood

Top Picture courtesy of dhammajak

 

Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/chiang-mai/chiang-mai-abbot-investigated-for-200m-baht-mismanagement-and-illegal-shrine-construction

 

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