Deputy PM Anutin announced the campaign in front of an assembly of 550 officers at Phuket Provincial Police Station yesterday (May 9).
Addressing the need to tackle various forms of criminal activity, including drug trafficking, illegal gambling, human trafficking, and environmental degradation, Deputy PM Anutin emphasised the “urgency of the situation”, said an official report of the assembly..
He outlined a multi-pronged approach involving the deployment of special task forces at both provincial and district levels, comprising administrative officials, military personnel and law enforcement officers.
Among those present for the assembly were Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat and leading figures from national law-enforcement agencies.
Joining DPM Anutin were Deputy Minister of Interior Chada Thaiset along with, Oransit Samphantharat, Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration; Pornpoj Penpas, Director-General of the Department of Land; Sayam Sirimongkol, Director-General of the Community Development Department; Gen Kriangkrai Srirak, Chairman of the Advisory Group to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior; and Traisulee Traisanakul, Secretary to the Minister of Interior and spokesman for the Ministry of Interior.
Leading the Phuket contingent was Phuket Provincial Police Commander Pol Maj Gen Sinlert Sukhum, joined by heads of local government agencies, local administrative organisations (OrBorTor and municipalities), police officers and members of the Volunteer Defense Corps (OrSor).
Of note, at the assembly Deputy PM Anutin was wearing his uniform bearing the official insignia of the OrSor featuring the White Elephant. As Minister of Interior, Deputy PM Anutin serves as the commander of the OrSor throughout the country.
The campaign is aimed at bolstering security and order in the Phuket area, Deputy PM said.
The campaign is focussed on organising social order and targeting influential figures. He also highlighted the government’s commitment to this cause under the directive of Prime Minister Settha Thavisin.
The operation, which involves more than 550 officials from various agencies, aims to swiftly address societal issues and clamp down on criminal elements plaguing the region. Special attention will be given to areas experiencing heightened criminal activities, with a focus on disrupting criminal networks and ensuring the safety and well-being of residents and tourists alike, Deputy PM Anutin said.