Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has officially formalized his leadership team for his second term, with the Royal Thai Government Gazette publishing the executive orders appointing four Deputy Governors. The appointments confirm the administrative continuity of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) as the governor enters a new term following his certification by the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT).
The formalization of these positions marks the start of the administration’s focus on long-term urban infrastructure projects and policy implementation. The four deputies, who served alongside Chadchart during his initial tenure, are tasked with maintaining the momentum of the city’s ongoing “bloodline” projects, including the complex negotiations surrounding the Green Line mass transit system and the rollout of the city’s updated urban planning framework.
Administrative Continuity and Policy Focus
The appointment of the four deputies—Visanu Subsompon, Jakkapan Phiewngam, Tavida Kamolvej, and Sanon Wangsrangboon—reflects a strategic decision to prioritize project stability. By retaining his core team, Governor Chadchart aims to streamline the decision-making process for the BMA’s 100-day policy agenda. According to administrative filings, this continuity is intended to address persistent urban challenges that require multi-year planning cycles.
A primary objective for the administration in this term is the resolution of the Green Line transit issue. The project, which has been subject to years of legal and fiscal debate, remains a central pillar of the Governor’s urban mobility strategy. Additionally, the city is moving forward with a revised urban plan designed to accommodate shifting population density and commercial growth across Bangkok’s 50 districts. These efforts are being conducted in accordance with the regulatory frameworks established by the Ministry of Interior and local government statutes.
Strategic Oversight of City Enforcement
Beyond infrastructure, the administration has signaled an intensified approach to municipal law enforcement. In his opening directives for the second term, Governor Chadchart has mandated an “X-ray” audit of various sectors within the capital. This initiative includes a focus on identifying illegal building structures and monitoring foreign labor compliance within the city’s jurisdiction.
The Governor has set a one-month reporting window for municipal departments to submit findings from these audits. This move is part of a broader effort to address concerns regarding the influence of “grey” capital and unregistered commercial activities in residential and business zones. The BMA is coordinating these inspections with relevant national agencies to ensure that findings align with the Building Control Act and national labor regulations.
Next Steps for the BMA Administration
The BMA is currently transitioning from the initial appointment phase to full-scale departmental implementation. City officials are expected to provide further updates on the progress of the 100-day policy roadmap during the upcoming monthly municipal council sessions. Residents and stakeholders can monitor the progress of these initiatives through the official Bangkok Metropolitan Administration website, which serves as the primary repository for public policy announcements and administrative filings.
The administration has not yet announced a date for the next formal briefing regarding the specific budgetary allocations for the new fiscal quarter. Updates regarding these developments will be provided as the BMA completes its internal review of the proposed urban projects. Readers are encouraged to check the official Gazette for any subsequent amendments to municipal executive orders.
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