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Govt poised to celebrate HM the King’s 66th birthday

In observance of the birthday anniversary of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn next month, the government is calling on Thai citizens to make merit for His Majesty by performing good deeds for society.

Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office, Suwaphan Tanyuvardhana officiated at a meeting on the government’s preparations for the event to celebrate His Majesty the King’s 66th birthday at Sanam Luang from July 22-28, 2018. It was acknowledged that the government is in the process of seeking His Majesty’s consent to the many activities that will be taking place during the week.

Among the planned activities are a procession of offerings to Sanam Luang and the delivery of blessings by the Prime Minister on the King’s birthday, July 28; a photo exhibition on the royally-initiated “Altruistic Heart: We Love Doing Good” project; free traditional handicraft and dessert-making workshops for the public; free electrical appliance repair services and cultural performances.

On this auspicious occasion, the government encourages all Thais to conduct themselves in accordance with religious teachings and do good things for society so as to dedicate the merit to His Majesty the King.

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Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
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