Bangkok: The Police Chief is overseeing tight security for the New Year's Eve countdown; intelligence reports indicate everything is normal. The Commissioner General of Police is overseeing tight security for New Year's Eve countdowns nationwide, ordering police officers not to take sick leave and to maintain strict security for the New Year 2026. Intelligence reports remain normal.
According to Thai News Agency, Police General Kittirat Phanphet, the Commissioner General of the Royal Thai Police, along with the executive team of the Royal Thai Police, held a video conference with police units nationwide to reinforce measures for ensuring the safety of people's lives and property, as well as managing traffic during the New Year's Eve 2026 festivities. This included, in particular, security measures for celebrations and countdown activities in key areas across all regions. He stated that intelligence from all areas has not yet revealed any unusual movements or situations, and assured that police nationwide are fully prepared to ensure safety and provide reassurance to the public during the New Year's Eve 2026 celebrations.
However, emphasis was placed on ensuring strict security measures in all areas by establishing checkpoints, screening points, and security checkpoints around the event area. The "egg yolk - egg white" security concept was implemented, meaning the inner area (egg yolk) would be heavily patrolled to prevent the introduction of weapons, dangerous objects, or illegal items that could cause disturbances or unrest. Meanwhile, the outer area (egg white) would have screening checkpoints before entering the inner area, and special checkpoints would be set up in nearby vicinity to address drunk driving issues. Traffic management was also emphasized to accommodate those returning to their hometowns and traveling to other provinces during the long holiday weekend, with strict law enforcement to reduce road accidents and fatalities. Furthermore, all police officers nationwide were instructed to refrain from taking leave or sick leave during the festival to ensure sufficient personnel for providing comprehensive 24-hour pu blic safety.
Regarding the security situation in the seven Thai-Cambodian border provinces and in the southern region, the Royal Thai Police continues to closely monitor the situation, instructing all units to be especially vigilant, including checking illegal immigrants and the use of unmanned aerial vehicles or drones. This is because recent crackdowns have resulted in the discovery of numerous illegal drones, which could pose a threat to national security.
Furthermore, the Royal Thai Police is continuing its "Leave Your Home with the Police" project, giving it special importance due to its significant public interest. This year, even more people are expected to participate than last year, helping to ensure the security of homes while owners are traveling or returning to their hometowns.