rooster59 Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Pattaya: Songkran/Wan Lai celebration back on - whether water splashing will be allowed under consideration Caption: Wan Lai (Songkran) Comeback - subject to Covid-19 protocols, Image: Sophon Cable TV Pattaya's mayor Sontaya Khunpluem spoke to Sophon Cable TV after the culture minister gave the green light for Songkran to be held in Thailand this year. But what form that takes remains uncertain though what is definite is that many Covid-19 protocols will be in place. Sontaya was keen to play up the importance of spurring tourism and the economy now that the vaccination program has started. He outlined the cultural activities that would go ahead including a ceremony to honor older people at Wat Chaimongkhol and Kong Khao rice giving ceremonies to honor the departed at Photina Klua and Wat Nong Yai. He was keen to highlight merit making, receiving blessings and maintaining Thailand's wonderful cultural heritage. He said that all events will be subject to mask wearing, temperature and social distancing protocols. He said that an organising committee and associated individuals were in charge and said that what form any water splashing would take remains to be decided. That might happen on what Pattayans call Wan Lai Day on April 19th. Pattaya is well known for celebrating Songkran more raucously after the rest of the country. The official Songkran holiday is six days this year from April 10 to 15th. Source: Sophon Cable TV -- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2021-03-06 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post NCC1701A Posted March 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 6, 2021 15 minutes ago, rooster59 said: He said that an organising committee and associated individuals were in charge and said that what form any water splashing would take remains to be decided. "OK everybody. it's time for the water festival only no water. understand?" 1 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post PatOngo Posted March 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 6, 2021 No water, no sanook, no want! ???? 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post darksidedog Posted March 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 6, 2021 I suspect they will be trying to keep water throwing to a minimum if only for the fact that the reservoirs around here are nearly empty already. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post anchadian Posted March 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 6, 2021 (edited) Why don't they cancel it again instead of receiving more reports leading up to Songkran, or is that too easy? Further planning, under discussion, form a committee, etc. Same applies to a lot of these topics, especially tourism. Pathetic. Edited March 6, 2021 by anchadian 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 1Gringo Posted March 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 6, 2021 I much prefer a dry Songkran, thank you. but if they are going to throw water, why not limit it to rice paddies and the like? 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Benmart Posted March 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 6, 2021 The God of Money is behind this facade. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Chiang Mai Bill Posted March 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 6, 2021 5 hours ago, darksidedog said: I suspect they will be trying to keep water throwing to a minimum if only for the fact that the reservoirs around here are nearly empty already. That's never concerned them in the past! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiang Mai Bill Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 As the number of covid infections are extremely (miraculously) low in Thailand, very few deaths -- and those are all contributed to foreigners or returning Thais from foreign lands -- the fact that all entrants to the Kingdom have to undergo quarantine -- there is little reason to cancel this silly water-throwing festival. The only danger is accidents caused by water thrown at motorbikes and thus causing accidents, and filthy water being thrown in eyes and mouths -- which has never caused concern previously. That is, of course, that the Thai covid figures are accurate! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew65 Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 1 hour ago, 1Gringo said: I much prefer a dry Songkran, thank you. but if they are going to throw water, why not limit it to rice paddies and the like? Songkhran is the only time of year that I'm glad to no longer live there. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
datom1962 Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Gobsmacked!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldie Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Covid in Pattaya? Forget it. Look here: https://www.pattayamail.com/latestnews/news/songkran-returns-to-pattaya-with-extra-day-hope-for-soggy-face-masks-345964 https://www.pattayamail.com/latestnews/news/multiple-music-festivals-highlight-pattaya-events-schedule-345951 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 6 hours ago, rooster59 said: Sontaya was keen to play up the importance of spurring tourism and the economy now that the vaccination program has started. 6 hours ago, rooster59 said: He said that all events will be subject to mask wearing, temperature and social distancing protocols. Mentioned above 2 things that won't happen... and the 3rd will be me not going to Pattaya, while it may draw some crowds it will also put others off. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwood1 Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Boy I sure would not mind another lockdown in April... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 1 hour ago, 1Gringo said: I much prefer a dry Songkran, thank you. but if they are going to throw water, why not limit it to rice paddies and the like? Mai sanoooook khup! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post redwood1 Posted March 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 6, 2021 Obviously Covid is not taken to seriously, because Songkran will cause people to break ALL covid rules on a mass scale... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 3 minutes ago, redwood1 said: Obviously Covid is not taken to seriously, because Songkran will cause people to break ALL covid rules on a mass scale... Besides money, WHAT do they take seriously??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardColeman Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 7 hours ago, rooster59 said: Pattaya: Songkran/Wan Lai celebration back on - whether water splashing will be allowed under consideration Sounds like a hot dog eating competition with potentially no hot dogs 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 1 minute ago, RichardColeman said: Sounds like a hot dog eating competition with potentially no hot dogs Effective as a one handed clapper! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike787 Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 (edited) Let the debachery begin....release the hounds and the ladies...it's quicker with liquor, can't wait for thrice cold jetted toilet water in the face and asbestos cancerous baby powder into the lungs....NICE! (oh, forgot, healthy dose of medically expensive C19). Welcome to LOS enjoy your stay. Edited March 6, 2021 by mike787 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Guderian Posted March 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 6, 2021 It's a week of idiocy in normal times, to even consider holding it when Thailand is recording 50 or so new cases of locally-spread Covid every single day isn't just stupid, it's the height of irresponsibility. Hopefully, the CCSA and PM will appreciate what the consequences of holding Songkran as usual might be and will stamp on the idea. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stigar Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 29 minutes ago, redwood1 said: Obviously Covid is not taken to seriously, because Songkran will cause people to break ALL covid rules on a mass scale... thats why i will stay in bangkok locked in with my gf..sanook sanam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David T Pike Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Their solution will most likely be everyone must wear raincoats... ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcord1 Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 I thought Pattaya has a water shortage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meshborg Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 There far more risk from bacteria in water been thrown in your face. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 I have the answer and offer it for no charge. Only wee eye droppers of disinfectant allowed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mavideol Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 I do think majority of people will not (over) celebrate as the feeling of the virus not being under control still around...the ones I spoke with they said "not in the mood" Mị̀mī xārmṇ̒ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unblocktheplanet Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Big crowds honouring elders. Sounds like a recipe for more Covid before we really have vaccines in place. I know I'm a broken record but Songkran should be CANCELLED again this year. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phetchy Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 2 hours ago, Guderian said: It's a week of idiocy in normal times, to even consider holding it when Thailand is recording 50 or so new cases of locally-spread Covid every single day isn't just stupid, it's the height of irresponsibility. Hopefully, the CCSA and PM will appreciate what the consequences of holding Songkran as usual might be and will stamp on the idea. "The event will feature covid precautions, including wearing masks, checkpoints to enter the events, limits on crowds, temperature checks, social distancing and more rules that will be announced in the near future according to the Mayor". The Pattaya news. Absolutely ludicrous and totally impossible to enforce. Back up to the Nakhon Nowhere boonies for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 35 minutes ago, unblocktheplanet said: Big crowds honouring elders. Sounds like a recipe for more Covid before we really have vaccines in place. I know I'm a broken record but Songkran should be CANCELLED again this year. Obviously should be cancelled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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