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Push for Reservoir Construction to Address Drought in Prachuap Khiri Khan

Authorities convened on January 16, 2025, at the Huai Yang Subdistrict Administrative Organization in Thap Sakae District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, to assess a proposal for constructing the Huai Yang Phraek Sai Reservoir. The project aims to mitigate water shortages affecting local residents during the dry season, providing a sustainable water source for consumption and agriculture.

The meeting, chaired by Deputy Governor Sinathron Oeamiam, addressed a petition from Supap Sirithanasat, a resident of Huai Yang, who sought royal intervention for the reservoir’s construction. Representatives from local administrative bodies, forestry officials, and agencies involved in royal initiative projects attended the discussion.

Initial investigations revealed that the reservoir site intersects both agricultural land and parts of Huai Yang Waterfall National Park, a protected area with abundant forest resources. Relevant departments, including the Department of Water Resources and the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation, acknowledged the complexity of balancing ecological conservation with community needs.

Proposed solutions include seeking Cabinet approval to amend the national park boundaries and adhering to legal requirements for the use of forest reserve land. The Royal Irrigation Department will undertake an environmental impact assessment (EIA) and submit budgetary plans for the project. Discussions with private landowners are also underway to determine compensation terms.

Deputy Governor Sinathron concluded by urging continued collaboration among stakeholders to ensure environmental considerations are addressed while providing drought relief to affected communities. Further meetings will outline specific steps to advance the project responsibly.

Lina Boussouf
Author: Lina Boussouf

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