Bangkok Residents Satisfied with Governor Chadchart, Demand Transparency

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A recent poll conducted by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) reveals widespread satisfaction with Governor Chadchart Sittipunt's performance, as he marks three years in office. The "Voice Changer: Change Bangkok with Your Voice" survey, conducted online through the D-vote platform between 2–9 May, included 2,187 respondents.

Results show that 64.12% of participants are satisfied with Chadchart's leadership. Meanwhile, 25.86% were somewhat satisfied, and a small fraction, 4.44% and 4.99%, expressed slight and significant dissatisfaction respectively. Only 0.59% of respondents were unsure about his effectiveness.

The survey's demographic distribution revealed the largest group of respondents were aged 36-45, followed closely by those in the 26-35 age range. Governor Chadchart was praised, particularly for his public engagement, with 37.32% citing this as a key reason for their support, and 27.47% appreciating his innovative and modern leadership style.

When evaluated on specific initiatives, Chadchart received commendation for his administration’s efforts to clear pedestrian walkways (44.87%), flood-prevention strategies (36.13%), and the city’s response to the recent earthquake (28.98%). Environmentally, the "One Million Trees" campaign and the 15-Minute Park project were particularly well-received, with 39.08% backing these initiatives.

Despite this support, many respondents expressed a desire for tougher measures against corruption. A significant 44.03% attributed corruption to an organisational culture that normalises it, while 29.57% pointed to insufficient penalties, and 24.67% cited a lack of transparency in public information.

With only one year left in his four-year term, Chadchart faces calls for intensified anti-corruption measures and improved transparency. The next gubernatorial election, slated for next year, is already drawing interest from various political parties planning to contest, signalling a potentially competitive race ahead. As he approaches the end of his term, Chadchart’s focus on public engagement and environmental initiatives remains crucial to maintaining the support he’s garnered thus far.

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Nation 2025-05-13