Bangkok:Nearly half of Bangkok's residents have commended rescue foundations and volunteers for their efforts during the recent major floods in the city. A survey conducted by the NIDA Poll at the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) revealed that the Prime Minister and the government received the lowest approval ratings for their handling of the situation.
According to Thai News Agency, the survey was carried out from October 5-7, 2026, involving 1,310 eligible voters across all 50 districts of Bangkok. The survey targeted individuals from various educational, occupational, and income backgrounds and focused on the significant flooding that occurred in late September. Using probability sampling from NIDA Poll's Master Sample database, the data was collected through telephone interviews with a 97.0% confidence level and a margin of error of 0.05.
The survey asked respondents about their experiences with the flooding. It found that 36.41% of participants reported being completely unaffected, while 36.11% experienced flooding around their homes but managed to evacuate. Other reported experiences included flooding on routes to workplaces, inside residences, and affecting vehicles, with varying degrees of impact.
In terms of commendations, 45.95% of respondents praised foundations, rescue teams, and volunteer organizations for their assistance during the floods. Following this, 30.23% felt no one was worthy of praise, while smaller percentages mentioned the Governor of Bangkok, his team, and other groups such as the military, local MPs, and media as deserving recognition.
When asked about the lessons learned from the flooding incident, opinions varied. About 38.55% believed that although lessons had been learned, they would not suffice to prevent future issues. Meanwhile, 27.56% were optimistic about future prevention and solutions, having learned from the recent events. Other respondents expressed skepticism about effective future prevention efforts.