The local civil service exam fraud case involving Worasit is being actively addressed with 5,925 individuals implicated. He acknowledged concerns from local government leaders and is working swiftly to clarify legal procedures, ensuring they are not left to bear risks alone. He stressed that wrongdoers must be prosecuted, and honest candidates must receive justice.
24 Aug 2026 GMT+7 Mr. Worasit Liangprasith, Deputy Minister of Interior (MoI4) In his role overseeing local administration, he is tracking progress in resolving the case of corruption in the local civil service competitive exams. There are currently 5,925 individuals under investigation. The key issue now extends beyond punishing those involved in fraud to enabling local officials and administrators to perform their duties lawfully and confidently.
It has been observed that some local government leaders hesitate to sign related orders due to their impact on individuals' status and potential legal implications. They seek clarity on the required evidence, legal basis, and authority for each decision step. This issue must be distinctly separated into two parts: handling offenders transparently and protecting honest officials simultaneously.
“We do not just want signatures to be completed; we want every action to comply with the law so those performing duties can be confident that their actions are lawful and proper. Wrongdoers must be held accountable, but honest officials should not face risks alone. The central government's role is to clarify rules and procedures so all parties proceed uniformly.”
The Deputy Minister emphasized that resolving this issue must not infringe on the rights of honest candidates, nor allow those involved in fraud to evade justice due to procedural concerns. The process is set to conclude by 31 Aug 2026 GMT+7. The Ministry of Interior confirms all actions follow resolutions and authorities at each level. Previously, candidates were allowed to verify scores if their names were missing to ensure transparency and accountability.
“I affirm that we have not retreated from tackling corruption, but at the same time, we must not create new problems for those performing duties. This matter must be resolved on both fronts: wrongdoers must face justice, and honest candidates must receive fairness.”
He also instructed relevant agencies to monitor issues arising locally and to expedite clear guidance so officials do not hesitate to decide out of fear of future mistakes. “We can accelerate the process, but not to the point where officials must decide without proper standards. Everyone must work based on facts, law, and shared responsibility.”
Worasit added that the goal is not just to handle the 5,925 names but to restore trust in the competitive exam system, ensuring honest candidates receive their rightful opportunities based on accurate scores. This issue must conclude with truth, not simply by meeting deadlines.