Police on High Alert for Uthenthawai's 'Blue Day' Anniversary on Feb 1

Thairath•Society•256d ago

Reader Briefing

Police have enhanced security measures around Uthenthawai Campus in anticipation of 'Blue Day', its founding anniversary.

•Police in the Pathumwan district, along with the Crowd Control Division, are implementing strict security surveillance.
•The heightened security is in preparation for 'Blue Day', the anniversary of Uthenthawai's establishment, on February 1.
•During a security sweep, two knives were found in a public area without an owner and were confiscated by authorities.

•On Jan 30, 2026, police initiated heightened security surveillance operations.
•Police from Pathumwan Station and the Crowd Control Division were deployed to patrol key and high-risk areas.
•The operation was a preventative plan to deter student brawls and maintain public order, resulting in enhanced safety.
•The high-risk areas included Charoen Phon Pier, Pathumwan Institute of Technology, and the RMUT East Uthenthawai Campus, in order to ensure public confidence.
•Authorities discovered two knives placed in a public area without an owner, which were then seized as evidence.
•No suspects were found, and no other unusual incidents were reported during the initial sweep.
•'Blue Day' is observed annually on February 1, celebrating the founding of RMUT East Uthenthawai Campus.
•The event is a significant occasion for alumni and current students to participate in religious activities and honor their alma mater, resulting in strong community engagement.

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Pathumwan Police Station(ตำรวจ สน.ปทุมวัน)

The police unit responsible for security and law enforcement in the Pathumwan district, tasked with monitoring and preventing incidents.

Crowd Control Division (Akfo)(ตำรวจ อคฝ.)

A specialized police unit deployed to manage crowds, respond to emergencies, and maintain order, working in conjunction with local police.

Uthenthawai(อุเทนถวาย)

A campus associated with a technical university, celebrating its founding anniversary known as 'Blue Day'.

Pathumwan Institute of Technology(สถาบันเทคโนโลยีปทุมวัน)

An educational institution located in a key area that was subject to increased police surveillance.

Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-Ok, Uthenthawai Campus(มหาวิทยาลัยเทคโนโลยีราชมงคลตะวันออก วิทยาเขตอุเทนถวาย)

The university campus celebrating its founding anniversary ('Blue Day'), for which police have increased security.

Pol. Lt. Gen. Siam Boonsom(พล.ต.ท.สยาม บุญสม)

The Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, who oversaw the security operations described in the article.

Pol. Maj. Gen. Charin Gopatta(พล.ต.ต.ชรินทร์ โกพัฒน์ตา)

A Deputy Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, involved in the command and operational direction.

Pol. Maj. Gen. Chaikrit Pho-a(พล.ต.ต.ชัยกฤต โพธิ์อ๊ะ)

The Commander of Metropolitan Police Sub-division 6 (B.N.6), overseeing police activities in a specific jurisdictional area.

Pol. Col. Sirichart Janpromma(พ.ต.อ.ศิริชาติ จันทร์พรมมา)

The Superintendent of Pathumwan Police Station, leading the local police efforts in preparation for 'Blue Day'.