Government spokesman revealed that the Prime Minister has been following up on the progress of the Prem Prachakorn Canal development project, which has made 70% progress. A total of 844 stable houses have been built and a moat along Vibhavadi Rangsit Road has been developed. Reiterates the cooperation of all agencies to drive the project according to the plan.
Mr. Anucha Burapachaisri Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister for Political Affairs Acting as a spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, revealed that General Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Follow up on the progress of the Prem Prachakorn Canalside Housing Development Project Recently, the results of the construction of houses have been completed. 844 households have already settled in and the construction of a canal development project along Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, sections 1-3 has progressed overall 70% with obstacles from the impact of the COVID-19 epidemic. 19 and public utilities obstructing the construction line The Prime Minister therefore reiterates the request for cooperation from all relevant agencies to drive the development of the project. to be completed according to the specified plan
Mr. Anucha talked about the results of the Premprachakorn Canalside Housing Development Project. by the Institute for Community Organization Development (Public Organization) (COD), Ministry of Social Development and Human Security and related agencies Recently, there has been progress in the implementation of the Baan Mankong community project along the Prem Canal, population in 10 communities, with a total of 1,159 households. Villagers have already lived in 844 households, while the progress of the construction of the moat development project along Vibhavadi Rangsit Road Vibhavadi Rangsit Road Summary of Project Operations (Information as of May 25, 2023) Part 1 63.332 percent, Part 2 68.487 percent and Part 3 80 percent. 294, representing 70 percent of the total progress. According to the Department of Highways, there are obstacles due to labor shortage problems due to the impact of the COVID-19 epidemic. and public utilities obstructing the construction line As a result, the work was delayed beyond the planned schedule. which has solved the problem by coordinating with the public utility Partially dismantled and relocated according to the work plan of the contractor company The Prime Minister therefore reiterates his request for cooperation from government agencies, the private sector, and relevant state enterprises. jointly integrate to drive the development of the project to be completed according to the plan set out To achieve success in elevating the well-being of the community, society, environment, and sustainable quality of life.
“Implementation of the Prem Prachakorn Riverside Housing Development Project and the construction of a ditch development project along Vibhavadi Rangsit Road It is a pilot project that will develop the nation and improve the quality of life of the people. This is in accordance with the government’s policy to solve the problem of canal encroachment. make the drainage in the canal effective help prevent flooding Including the development of the country towards long-term stability. by creating equality in society strengthen the economy as well as creating security in housing for the people The Prime Minister reiterated that the government will proceed with the community housing development project. and adjust the landscape and develop the canal Responding to the royal policy of King Rama X in restoring the canal to its beauty And must also create benefits as a tourist attraction as well. In the past, the implementation of the moat development project along Vibhavadi Rangsit Road has received good cooperation from relevant agencies. Progressive results But there are also problems due to the situation of COVID-19 As a result, the work was delayed beyond the planned schedule. The Prime Minister therefore reiterates the request for cooperation from government agencies, the private sector, and state enterprises to integrate and drive the development of the project according to the plan. to achieve sustainable results in the future,” said Mr. Anucha.
Prem Prachakorn Canal Housing Development Project Approved by the Cabinet on April 9, 2019, the length of the canal is approximately 17 kilometers from the total length of 50.8 kilometers, using the residential development model according to the Baan Mankong project. There are target groups for the implementation of 38 communities in 4 areas, namely Don Mueang, Lak Si, Chatuchak, Bangkok, totaling 32 communities, and Lak Hok Subdistrict Municipality, Mueang District, Pathum Thani Province. Started operation in 2019. Currently, there has been progress in demolishing approximately 850 encroaching houses out of a total of 5,098 original encroaching houses. The construction of 844 stable houses has been completed, 626 in the Bangkok area and in the area of Pathum Thani Province. 218 houses, of which 305 are under construction, 219 are in the Bangkok area and 86 are in the Pathumthani province of all 6 targets, 386 houses, representing about 18% of the progress. Currently, there are communities that have already developed such as Pracha Ruam Jai 1 and Pracha Ruam Jai 2 communities in Chatuchak District, where the dam and Baan Mankong dams have been built. Including planting trees and improving the landscape along the canal. Makes the canal and the canal’s edge clean and beautiful People who live along the canal have legal houses. have a better quality of life The Treasury Department leased the area for 30 years and renewed the contract for 30 years each time.
For the construction of the ditches development project along Vibhavadi Rangsit Road To manage, prevent and solve the problem of flooding in the area of Vibhavadi Rangsit Road. Which is operated by the Bureau of Construction of Route 1, Department of Highways, Ministry of Transport. Status in May 2023, there is a progress of work on parts 1-3, overall 70 percent, expected when completed according to the plan, at the end of 2023, it will be able to support a lot of rain. up to 100 millimeters, and promote alternative commuting to connect to mass transit systems such as walking and cycling. The project has 3 phases in total: Connect the water flow to be more efficient, such as a pipe under the road and expand the size of the existing pipe to increase drainage. and install 7 additional water pumping plants. from the area Din Daeng Road – Intersection Lat Phrao and around Lat Phrao Intersection – Lak Si Intersection By expanding the canal on the side of the road, digging 16 meters deep and 2-4 meters wide.-Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency