Dusit Poll: Bangkok Residents Prefer Chadchart for Governor, Leaning Toward People’s Party for Council

Dusit Poll reveals Bangkok residents rank 'Chadchart' first as preferred governor candidate, followed by 'Jo Chaiwat.' They wish to see less traffic congestion, better public transport, affordable fares, a clean city, and orderly sidewalks for easier walking.

On 10 May 2026, Dusit Poll of Suan Dusit University surveyed 1,074 eligible voters in Bangkok on the topic of the "18th Bangkok Governor Election (First Round)." The survey was conducted online and in the field from 6 to 8 May 2026, with the following summarized results.

1. What kind of city do Bangkok residents want to see?

• Rank 1: A city with no traffic jams, good public transport, and affordable fares – 28.82%
• Rank 2: A clean city with orderly sidewalks that are easy to walk on – 23.86%
• Rank 3: A safe city free from crime and drugs – 18.10%
• Rank 4: A city free from flooding – 14.75%
• Rank 5: An economic city where residents have a good quality of life – 14.47%

. 2. Who do Bangkok residents want as the next governor?

• Rank 1: Chadchart Sittipunt – 56.70%
• Rank 2: Chaiwat Stawornwijit – 18.90%
• Rank 3: Undecided – 13.13%
• Rank 4: Mallika Boonmitrakul Mahasuk – 5.78%
• Rank 5: Komsan Panvichatikul – 3.07%
• Rank 6: Mom Rajawongse Korakasiwat Kasemsri – 1.30%
• Others include Suchatvee Suwansawat, Mongkolkit Suksintharanon, Democrat Party candidate – 1.12%

. 3. Which party do Bangkok residents intend to vote for in the city council election?

• Rank 1: People's Party – 40.13%
• Rank 2: Independent candidates – 21.23%
• Rank 3: Undecided – 19.46%
• Rank 4: Democrat Party – 7.91%
• Rank 4: Pheu Thai Party – 7.91%
• Rank 6: Bhumjaithai Party – 2.89%
• Rank 7: New Alternative Party – 0.47%

Dr. Pornpan Buathong, chairperson of Dusit Poll, stated that the poll results reflect Chadchart Sittipunt's clearly leading popularity. His image as an effective city administrator continues to win the hearts of Bangkokians. The key challenge for candidates is to meet public expectations and turn citizen feedback into real solutions on the ground to make Bangkok a truly livable capital with improved quality of life.

Assistant Professor Dr. Ekaonong Srisam-ang, assistant dean for research and quality assurance at the School of Law and Politics, Suan Dusit University, said that Bangkok residents today no longer want a city that simply "looks good" but one where they can "live comfortably and practically." The top desire is a city without traffic jams, convenient travel, good public transport, and affordable fares, followed by a clean city with orderly sidewalks that are easy to walk on, without daily worries about stumbling, potholes, or having to squeeze past vehicles.

He added that Chadchart Sittipunt’s leading score indicates Bangkok residents still see him as the candidate best able to address city problems consistently. Voters prioritize tangible achievements over mere words or short-term political trends. Regarding the city council election, the significant support for the People's Party and independent candidates reflects residents’ desire for representatives who genuinely work for their local areas rather than being tied to traditional political parties. Overall, this poll expresses the voice of Bangkok residents: whichever governor and councilors are elected next, if they do not seriously tackle fundamental issues such as transportation, sidewalks, cleanliness, and city orderliness, they may face public dissatisfaction in the near future.