The Pheu Thai Party posted a clip featuring Yotsanan and Chulaphan leading the party's MPs in New Year greetings to the public, wishing everyone encouragement during the Thai New Year festivities. Despite this year's energy crisis, they hope everyone can overcome the difficulties.
On 12 Apr 2026 GMT+7, the Pheu Thai Party's Facebook page posted a 3-minute 40-second video of party MPs extending Songkran greetings to the public, stating: On the occasion of Songkran 2026, Pheu Thai sends love and best wishes to all citizens. We wish everyone safe travels back to their hometowns, good fortune, happiness with family, renewed encouragement, freedom from suffering, and fulfillment in all wishes. May everyone return to work smoothly throughout the year. Happy Songkran. Deputy Prime Minister Yotsanan Wongsawat, also Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, said: On the Songkran occasion, I wish everyone safe travel and happiness during the Thai New Year festival. If you want to start something new for the better, you can begin now. Some must still work during Songkran for everyone's happiness and may not get a holiday, so I wish everyone encouragement for the New Year. I pray to the Triple Gem that all travel safely, enjoy good health, and have their wishes fulfilled. I will do my best to serve all citizens.
Meanwhile, Minister of Labor Chulaphan Amornwiwat said: Happy Thai New Year to all. I wish all Thai people happiness and safety in their travels and joyful time with family during the New Year. Even with this year's energy crisis, I hope everyone can overcome it. May it be a good year filled with happiness with your families. Education Minister Prasert Chantrawongthong added: For this Songkran, travel home safely. Importantly, don't forget to plan your trips both ways, travel happily, and enjoy time with your family. Happy Songkran 2026.