74% of Thais Expect Political Changes After Songkran: Poll

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A recent opinion poll reveals that a whopping 74.2% of Thai citizens anticipate political change following the Songkran Festival. Conducted by Super Poll Research Centre, the survey reflects growing scepticism about the current government's stability. The renowned celebration may just usher in more than water fights, hinting at potential political upheavals.

 

Assistant Professor Dr. Noppadol Kannika, director of the research centre, underscored Songkran's role in amplifying public engagement with national affairs. During this culturally significant period from April 10-14, the poll tapped into the perspectives of 1,102 respondents spanning diverse professions across Thailand.

 

Among the respondents, concerns about governmental conflict topped the list, as 36.9% indicated internal discord, particularly within coalition parties, as a likely cause for change. Instigations close to leadership stem from 30.6% of those surveyed, while 27.8% believe social media trends push the perception of dissent and unrest. Economic woes and dissatisfaction with government policies were cited by 20.5% and 14.9%, respectively.

 

 

 

When drilling into potential political shifts, 38.4% of respondents predict a cabinet reshuffle while 37.6% foresee a schism within the coalition government. Such adjustments signal growing discomfort and intentions to tackle immediate challenges without drastic measures like dissolving parliament.

 

Additionally, 32.1% anticipate political rallies, and 27.5% expect parliamentary dissolution, hinting at possible significant structural transformations should pressures mount beyond governmental control. Just 25.6% of respondents asserted that no changes would occur, illustrating widespread sentiment of political fragility.

 

The findings underscore a palpable air of distrust among the populace, with many anticipating challenges both internally within the government and from external formidable forces. 

 

Based on a story by Thai Newsroom

 

-- 2025-04-16

 

 

[blaze master]

Unfortunately 💯 percent chance that won't happen. 

[phil2407]

0 chance - the ones in power even though not elected by the people ain’t going anywhere 

[ozz1]

Tell them they're dreaming

[BKKKevin]

They’ll sober up eventually… 

[Artisi]

Just more useless AI crystal ball gazing.