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Phichit Marks Anniversary of King Mongkut’s Passing

Phichit held a Buddhist chanting, wreath-laying, and almsgiving ceremony on Oct 1 to honor King Rama IV. Governor Thaniya Naipinit led officials and citizens in tribute, recalling his reforms that modernized Siam, safeguarded sovereignty, and earned him the title “Father of Thai Science.”

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