Worasit fired back fiercely in parliament at Ice Rakchanok, stressing that he personally visited Pattani and Yala until 2 a.m., not seeking praise, and stated, "Sometimes not knowing or not speaking would be beneficial."
On 4 September 2026, during the House of Representatives meeting on 3 September, Mr. Worasit Liangprasith, Deputy Minister of the Interior (MT4), rose to respond to Ms. Rakchanok Srinok, a party-list MP from the People's Party, who questioned the government's visits to the three southern border provinces. He affirmed that assessing whether the government prioritizes problems in the area should be based on comprehensive information, not conclusions drawn from selective images or data.
Mr. Worasit said he understands the reasons behind both supporting and opposing the motion and respects members' opinions. However, when it is claimed that the Cabinet does not prioritize the three southern border provinces, he wanted to add his voice based on his own experience visiting the area.
"I myself personally went there and entered the areas where violent incidents occurred. At the very least, it was to tell them that they are not walking alone today; we are ready to stand with them. That day, I went to both Pattani and Yala, from early evening until returning around 2 a.m."
Mr. Worasit emphasized that the visit was not intended to gain recognition from any party but to ensure that people in the area know their representatives are still by their side and have not abandoned them.
"I do not expect that what we do will be noticed. I have never expected that. But I am confident that the people living there see it."
He also countered criticism regarding the Cabinet's mobile meeting, stating that the Cabinet's visit to the south does not mean neglecting the three southern border provinces' issues. The meeting included representatives from various local sectors, including private businesses, religious leaders, and security forces, to jointly determine the direction for problem-solving.
"I think it should be thoroughly examined. You say that during this mobile Cabinet meeting, we did not prioritize the three provinces. I believe there is no Cabinet meeting that invites representatives from all sectors in these three provinces — private sector, religious leaders, security forces — to sit together and discuss which direction we should take."
Mr. Worasit concluded clearly that parliamentary debates should be based on accurate information. He advised critics to verify facts comprehensively before commenting on the government's or field workers' performance. "Therefore, sometimes if you don't know, not speaking would be beneficial."
Mr. Worasit's explanation reflects his stance that the issues of the three southern border provinces should not be used merely as political debate topics but must rest on factual evidence, genuine field visits, and comprehensive listening to the voices of local people.