“Akkharanat” teams up with “Kru S.K.R.” nationwide to assist citizens in submitting applications for the 9,000-baht flood relief fund, stressing that those in distress must access their rights even if they cannot use computers, with the Ministry of Education ready to help.
On 7 Oct 2026 GMT+7, Deputy Minister of Education Akkharanat Kankittinan, serving as Chair of the Ministry of Education's Center for Rights, Freedom, and Safety Protection (CRFSP), stated that the recent floods in various areas have caused widespread hardship, necessitating urgent access to government relief measures and compensation, especially the 9,000-baht flood assistance under the criteria of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM).
However, many citizens, particularly the elderly, those in remote areas, or those unfamiliar with computers and electronic systems, are unable to submit applications themselves, making it difficult for them to access the rights they deserve.
Therefore, the Ministry of Education assigned the Department of Learning Promotion (DLP) and Kru S.K.R., who have a nationwide network, to proactively work within communities by coordinating and facilitating affected citizens in filling out information and submitting relief applications according to government procedures.
"We must not let citizens lose their rights simply because they cannot use computers or do not understand the application process, because when people are struggling, government agencies must take the initiative to reach out to them," said Akkharanat.
Meanwhile, Dr. Ketsadee Supawanich, Director-General of the Department of Learning Promotion, issued urgent directives to affiliated agencies and educational institutions to have Kru S.K.R. in flood-affected areas conduct surveys and assist citizens, particularly those unable to submit applications electronically themselves, ensuring they can access government rights and support measures comprehensively.
Akkharanat added that the Ministry of Education's role is not limited to teaching or knowledge dissemination; “teachers” are among the closest people to communities and citizens. In crises, teachers can be vital in coordinating and helping citizens access government services.
"The Ministry of Education does not only care for citizens inside classrooms but must also support them in times of hardship. We have Kru S.K.R. throughout the country, and if their knowledge and efforts can help a citizen receive rightful relief funds, we should immediately deploy our network to assist,"
he said. This operation focuses on reaching citizens in affected areas, especially the elderly, those limited in technology use, and households unable to complete electronic procedures independently, aiming for rapid, inclusive assistance without leaving anyone behind. Akkharanat said.
