Social media fiercely criticizes the Social Security Office's order of 7,000 suits with a budget of 35 million baht, citing the goal of enhancing credibility and improving the professional image for those who see them. Questions arise about which budget source is used and the transparency of the project.
On 26 Jan 2026 GMT+7, reporters noted a heated topic on social media after Facebook user Sirote Klampaiboon, an independent scholar, posted a message stating: Is the 35 million baht for suits coming from insured persons' money? Former MP Sahasawat Khumkong faces a situation where the Social Security Office spends 35 million baht to make suits for 7,000 staff, raising doubts about whether the budget comes from the Social Security Fund.
Following the post's spread, it sparked intense criticism, with many questioning which budget source is used. If the Social Security Fund money is used, what do the insured persons and employers think? Concerns were also raised about the project's transparency.
Upon investigation, details were reviewed regarding the scope of work for the Social Security Office staff uniform project.
Background: The Social Security Office is a service agency with main target groups of employers, employees, and insured persons. Therefore, there should be a consistent dress code nationwide to build credibility for service users and enhance the professional image for those who see them, as well as to create a good image for the Social Security Office staff.
Thus, the office commissioned uniforms for Social Security staff nationwide and various committees, totaling 7,000 people, to wear for work and other occasions as follows.
1. Uniforms for male staff or committee members include: