Govt launches safety campaign for tourists

The Marine Department has opened 39 tourist assistance centres nationwide to ensure safety during the Songkran holiday period while promoting responsible tourism.

- APINYA WIPATAYOTIN

As Thailand begins celebrating the extended Songkran holiday from April 12 to 16, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) has launched a nationwide safety and environmental protection initiative for tourists, particularly in coastal areas on islands and in urban forests.

Following MNRE's directive, 39 support and safety centres have been set up along the country’s coastlines. These centres aim to ensure tourist safety and encourage the public to protect marine ecosystems by avoiding littering, refraining from feeding or touching rare marine animals, and respecting natural habitats.