The drawing of candidate numbers for the 33 Bangkok constituencies was lively. Ruangkrai revealed he is unsure if this will be Palang Pracharath's final election. Meanwhile, Im Theerarath from Pheu Thai received an easy-to-remember number and is confident the party will win more than one seat in Bangkok.Tags: [Bangkok election, candidate registration, Palang Pracharath, Pheu Thai, election numbers]
On 27 Dec 2025 GMT+7, reporters noted that the atmosphere during the Bangkok MP constituency registration was energetic. After 08:30, the Election Commission officials at each constituency had candidates draw lots to determine their registration numbers. In many constituencies, after the first drawing, candidates agreed to use the drawn number as their official number, speeding up the registration process. Party leaders were present at Vetsan 2 Sports Complex to support candidates, alongside their enthusiastic supporters cheering for their respective nominees.Tags: [Bangkok election, candidate registration, Election Commission, political parties, voter engagement]
Ruangkrai Likitjaroat, candidate for Bangkok Constituency 4 from Palang Pracharath Party, said he decided to run after discussing with Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan, party leader, two days earlier. Although Gen. Prawit has retired from politics and is not running on the party list, Ruangkrai wants to represent the party, having previously contributed by investigating and filing complaints on important issues. Just yesterday, he filed a complaint regarding violations of the national law.Tags: [Ruangkrai Likitjaroat, Palang Pracharath, Bangkok election, political complaints, Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan]
Ruangkrai added that he is uncertain whether this election will be Palang Pracharath's last, but he will do his best, accepting whatever results come.Tags: [Ruangkrai Likitjaroat, Palang Pracharath, election uncertainty, political commitment]
Theerarath Samretwanich, candidate for Bangkok Constituency 20 from Pheu Thai Party, said she drew number 11, which she believes will make campaigning easier. She expressed confidence that Pheu Thai will win more than one Bangkok seat this time. Personally, she will do her best and trusts Bangkok voters will give Pheu Thai a chance, as the party focuses on economic policies addressing people's livelihoods. When asked if the vote will be close again, she said she will try her best, leaving the decision to the voters.Tags: [Theerarath Samretwanich, Pheu Thai, Bangkok election, campaign strategy, voter confidence]
Attitjan Kuharueangrong, candidate for Bangkok Constituency 23 from Bhumjaithai Party and former news anchor for several stations, admitted he was invited by Eknat Prompan to run, which interested him since he has always been involved in politics. Previously, he worked with the New Opportunity Party but ultimately chose to run under Bhumjaithai. He believes the achievements of Anutin's government are evident. Attitjan also gave a thumbs-up gesture to reporters.Tags: [Attitjan Kuharueangrong, Bhumjaithai, Bangkok election, former news anchor, political recruitment]
Seksit Yamsanguansak, candidate for Bangkok Constituency 2 from the Prachachon Party and former political activist, said that former MP Thitsana Chunhawat has accompanied him in the area and offered advice, boosting his confidence that he understands the issues of the inner-city, densely populated Constituency 2 well. Regarding concerns about his activist background, Seksit stated he aims to enter parliament to help address problems through legislation, believing the public will understand his sincere intentions.Tags: [Seksit Yamsanguansak, Prachachon Party, Bangkok election, political activism, constituency issues]