Bangkok residents are continuing to mourn Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Princess Mother of Thailand, who passed away earlier this month at the age of 90 [[1]]. As of today, November 24, over 6,300 people have visited to pay their respects, with officials working to manage the significant crowds and provide access to the public [[2]]. The outpouring of grief reflects the late Queen’s decades of dedication to the Thai people and her enduring legacy within the nation.
Mourners Pay Respects to Late Princess Mother in Bangkok
Bangkok residents are continuing to pay their respects to the late Princess Mother, Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, with over 6,300 people having visited to offer condolences as of today, November 24.
Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya bestowed black ribbon pins upon mourners visiting to express their grief, according to thestandard.co. The gesture provides a tangible symbol of remembrance for those grieving the loss of the revered royal figure.
Authorities have been focused on facilitating access for the large number of people traveling to pay their respects. Pipat Ratchakitprakan, the Minister of Tourism and Sports, reiterated instructions to ensure convenient transportation and access points for the public, Thairath reported.
Officials and volunteers are being praised for their service to the public as they travel to offer their final respects. Sabeeda Sukkaew and Chaijanok Choompol praised the dedication of personnel and volunteers assisting those visiting to pay homage, according to ผู้จัดการออนไลน์.
Access to pay respects will remain open November 24-25, officials confirmed, as reported by Sวพ.FM91. The continued access aims to accommodate the significant number of people wishing to honor the late Princess Mother.
The outpouring of grief and respect underscores the deep reverence held for the Princess Mother within Thai society.