The issue has become a hot topic shaking both the entertainment industry and social media after the well-known CSI LA page revealed that "the muscular husband of a famous female TV host" developed over 100 rai of protected forest land in Sri Ka-ang Subdistrict, Ban Na District, Nakhon Nayok Province into a resort and trail running course. This has focused attention on "Gott-Athip Anantawan," husband of "Bum-Panadda Wongpudi," a renowned host and social activist.
The popular page CSI LA posted allegations of national protected forest encroachment in Nakhon Nayok Province, used for tourism business, trail running, and resort development, claiming the land belongs to a celebrity's husband.
Public questioning The public began questioning the legitimacy of the land documents, as using state forest and government land without proper authorization is a serious legal offense.
He denies encroachment Gott Athip clarified that this is not protected forest encroachment nor a land sale.
Claims military land He stated the land belongs to the military, which plans to transfer it to the Treasury Department. He said he has legally "leased the rights" on an annual basis and the land is not forest area as alleged.
Protecting his wife Gott Athip firmly confirmed that Bum Panadda is not involved in this land matter in any way.
Officials' counterarguments Officials and inspection agencies, led by Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn, former official of the Department of National Parks, joined the Forestry Department in inspecting the area.
Protected forest boundary confirmed Preliminary satellite coordinate checks found the land overlaps national protected forest boundaries.
Lease contract challenged The Forestry Department and experts stated that protected forest land cannot be sold, transferred, or leased to private parties. Holding land without proper state documentation is considered illegal encroachment, punishable by up to 20 years in prison.
Heartbroken and admitting trust mistakes Bum Panadda expressed sorrow and heartbreak over the incident, admitting she was unaware of the land documents and made a mistake due to trust.
Firm on not protecting wrongdoers She affirmed she will not use her status or fame to shield anyone; if wrongdoing is proven, justice will take its course.
Preparing comprehensive evidence Bum Panadda has prepared evidence and plans to hold a press conference to officially clarify all facts.
Currently, the Forestry Department and related agencies are urgently analyzing satellite coordinates compared with lease documents and rights claims provided by Gott Athip to legally conclude whether to proceed with charges of protected forest encroachment.