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Rama 2 Main Road Closed 4 Months for Construction; Safety Concerns Raised.

Rama 2 Main Road Closed 4 Months for Construction; Safety Concerns Raised.

Matichon•Economy•9h ago

Reader Briefing

Sathit Ratchapolsitte expresses concern over prolonged Rama 2 construction closures, urging for efficient government management to minimize public disruption and ensure timely project completion.

  • •The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) will close main traffic lanes on Rama 2 Road for construction of the Rama 3-Dao Khanong-Outer Ring Road Expressway.
  • •The closure is scheduled from February 15 to June 15, 2026, for approximately four months, impacting a vital economic and residential artery.
  • •Former Deputy Governor Sathit Ratchapolsitte highlights concerns about traffic congestion, economic impact, and passenger safety, calling for better construction management by the government.

Overview

  • •On February 15, 2026, EXAT began closing 2 main traffic lanes (inbound-outbound) on Rama 2 Road, continuing until June 15, 2026, for construction.
  • •The closure is due to the installation of bridge sections on the Rama 3-Dao Khanong-Western Ring Road Expressway project, requiring safe space.
  • •This prolonged closure of Rama 2 Road, a vital link to the South, will cause widespread traffic jams, impacting businesses and residents.
  • •Rama 2 Road has a history of prolonged construction and accidents, making safety a paramount concern for residents and commuters.
  • •Sathit Ratchapolsitte stated that the public accepts necessity but struggles with inefficiency, urging the government to manage construction effectively.
  • •The closure aims to ensure the safe installation of bridge components over Rama 2 Road, a critical artery connecting Bangkok to Samut Sakhon, Samut Songkhram, and the South.
  • •Sathit Ratchapolsitte warned of potential future traffic issues with the planned M82 motorway expansion, stressing the need for government foresight.
  • •Sathit Ratchapolsitte called on the government to manage construction to finish on time and with minimal public impact, emphasizing balanced development.

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Key Quotes

Sathit Ratchapolsitte
""Survive Rama 2!""
“เอาชีวิตรอดจากพระราม 2”!
Sathit Ratchapolsitte
""Bangkok residents' new mission: 'Survive Rama 2!' On Feb 15-June 15, 2026, this key national road will be fully closed for 4 months, 24 hours a day.""
ภารกิจใหม่คนกรุง “เอาชีวิตรอดจากพระราม 2”! 15 ก.พ.-15 มิ.ย. 2026 ถนนสายสำคัญของประเทศต้องปิดยาว 4 เดือนเต็ม ตลอด 24 ชั่วโมง
Sathit Ratchapolsitte
""The public can accept the necessity, but it's difficult to accept 'inefficiency.'""
ประชาชนยอมรับความจำเป็นได้ แต่ยอมรับ “ความไม่มีประสิทธิภาพ” ได้ยาก
Sathit Ratchapolsitte
""The government must manage construction to finish on time with minimal impact on the public.""
รัฐจะต้องบริหารงานก่อสร้างให้แล้วเสร็จตามกำหนด และมีผลกระทบต่อประชาชนน้อยที่สุด

Key Entities

Organization

Expressway Authority of Thailand(การทางพิเศษแห่งประเทศไทย)ℹ️
The organization responsible for the construction of the expressway project causing road closures.
Department of Highways(กรมทางหลวง)ℹ️
The government department responsible for the Motorway Number 82 (M82) project.

Place

Rama 2(พระราม 2)
The critically important road in Bangkok experiencing significant closures due to construction.

Person

Sathit Ratchapolsitte(สามารถ ราชพลสิทธิ์)
Former Deputy Governor of Bangkok and former Deputy Leader of the Democrat Party, who expressed concerns about the Rama 2 road closure.

Law

Motorway Number 82 (M82)(มอเตอร์เวย์หมายเลข 82 (M82))
An expressway project that will connect with the Rama 3-Dao Khanong-Outer Ring Road Expressway, with future expansion plans raising further concerns.