Supporters from the Phueng Luang group provided strong encouragement. "Naruphan Yenprasert" Grandson "Thongchai Yenprasert" Registered to run for Nonthaburi PAO president with candidate number 1, seeking the opportunity to continue all ongoing work to the best of his ability.
At 08:00 on 18 August 2025 GMT+7, reporters reported that this was the second day of registration for the Nonthaburi Provincial Administration Organization president election, which is scheduled from 17 to 21 August 2025, from 08:30 to 16:30 at the Nonthaburi PAO office in Bang Krasor Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nonthaburi Province.
Today, Mr. Naruphan Yenprasert, grandson of Pol.Col. Thongchai Yenprasert, former Nonthaburi PAO president, submitted his registration documents to Nonthaburi PAO officials and received candidate number 1 as he was the first to arrive. The atmosphere was lively, with enthusiastic supporters from the Phueng Luang group offering encouragement, presenting roses and garlands before photos and interviews with the media.
Mr. Naruphan Yenprasert, candidate number 1 for Nonthaburi PAO president, said he is the grandson of former President Thongchai Yenprasert. After recent events, he decided to continue the unfinished policies established by his grandfather, focusing on education, public health, and the environment. Regarding campaigning, he does not feel pressured because the Phueng Luang team is well-prepared and united. Aware that campaign time is limited, he plans to stay close to the people to introduce himself and build trust that he will continue his grandfather's work. He is not concerned about rival parties running for Nonthaburi PAO president. Ultimately, as a native of Nonthaburi like his uncle, he sees this as an opportunity to serve. If the people of the province give him a chance, he and his team are confident they will fulfill all their objectives for the residents of Nonthaburi.
Ms. Pansaporn Yenprasert, daughter of former President Thongchai Yenprasert, stated that they will soon announce the Phueng Luang group's policies for this Nonthaburi PAO presidential election. She asked for the public's support for her older brother, who has all the qualifications to run as Nonthaburi PAO president on her behalf. Speaking as a daughter still grieving her father's passing, she requested the people's opportunity to help develop and continue their father's vision and intentions, especially in education, the dreams and hopes of children, and areas such as music and sports that her father had planned. If given the chance to serve the people of Nonthaburi, they are confident they will develop the province to progress further.
Later, at 09:00, General Nipon Sitabut, an independent candidate, arrived to register and was undergoing document verification. He told reporters he is a native of Nonthaburi and wishes to see the province prosper equally with others, as it is near Bangkok, the capital. The Nonthaburi PAO has always supported its residents effectively. He is running as an independent without party affiliation but has the heart and desire to represent and help the people. He is not worried about competitors like the established Phueng Luang group or the People's Party. Having decided to run, he aims to perform well and is confident of gaining votes from those familiar with his work. He also asked the public and media to support those who want change.
Mr. Naruphan Yenprasert, candidate number 1 for Nonthaburi PAO president, holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok. Professionally, he has worked as an engineer at a public company and is the son of Mr. Narong Yenprasert, a former Nonthaburi PAO member and elder brother of Pol.Col. Thongchai Yenprasert, former Nonthaburi PAO president.