What's going on at TTM?

[freebornjohn]

During a weekend stroll I noticed that the entire north-eastern corner of the Thai Tobacco Monopoly complex is being demolished. Military vehicles, equipment and personnel are working on this project seven days a week.

I recall that at least one of the governments in power at the end of the twentieth century, in the days of a semblance of democracy, were committed to evicting the tobacco manufacturers and converting the area into a public park.

Is this the beginning of a similar project, or is there any truth to the rumour that the present administration are "bringing happiness to the people" by converting this area to a legalized marijuana plantation?

[thaihome]

They are using the army to tear down the old covered car parking area opposite the back of the park. Have no idea what ultimate intention is. Doubt it a hemp plantation. ? haven't noticed any signs explaining what is going on.

TH

[otherstuff1957]

Probably another mall....

We could always use another one!

[Thainess]

It's being bulldozed to make way for a super-max security military prison to house the enemies of the Thai junta. Civil liberties and democracy in Thailand? Never happened before.

[thaihome]

Army is still there today but not working. Interestingly, civilian contractor was unloading and setting up at least 3 small portable offices in recently cleared area near the klong (near bridge to soi 10).

Looks like it could be developing into a rather large project. Maybe a sign will be going up soon.

TH