Bangkok: Tae Mongkolkitt visited Srinakharinwirot University (Prasanmit Campus) to showcase his "Flying Bangkok" policy.
According to Thai News Agency, Mongkolkitt visited the university to demonstrate push-ups and create content, unveiling a vision that includes sending Bangkok residents to space and establishing a paleontological research institute. He also noted that both politicians and academics have requested to represent his group in a future Bangkok gubernatorial election.
Mr. Mongkolkitt Suksintharanon, Chairman of the "Bangkok Can Fly" group, engaged with students and participated in various activities, creating a lively atmosphere with hundreds in attendance. His visit, reportedly at the invitation of the current attendees, was marked by inquiries regarding his potential candidacy for Bangkok Governor and the policies of the "Flying Bangkok" group. Additionally, representatives from Rangsit University extended an invitation for further discussions on May 7th.
The "Flying Bangkok" group's policies, as explained by Mr. Mongkolkitt, focus on infrastructure development, technology, and improving citizens' quality of life. Initiatives include enhancing the Saen Saep canal for safer water use, developing flying cars, sending Bangkokians to space, and establishing a paleontological research institute. Another notable proposal is the creation of a "Jurassic World"-style tourist attraction featuring "electric dinosaurs" as city landmarks.
In terms of public welfare, Mr. Mongkolkitt proposed a 10% salary increase for Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) civil servants meeting health criteria, with exercise as a condition for local tax reductions. He also advocated for expanded healthcare benefits, including surgical services at BMA hospitals, and a campaign promoting regular exercise among the public.
Financially, Mr. Mongkolkitt suggested that if the "Bangkok Can Fly" group secures support from over 25 members of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council, they could potentially cut corruption-related budgets by 40%, reallocating approximately 20 billion baht towards public welfare. Moreover, he put forward the idea of zoning tourist areas for 24-hour access and promoting integrated entertainment venues in high-end hotels, aiming to attract tourists and investors and boost urban development.
On social policy, there is a proposal to increase the elderly allowance in Bangkok to 3,000 baht per month, with the argument that local implementation would require significantly less budget than national-level efforts.
Mr. Mongkolkitt mentioned that several politicians and academics have shown interest in joining the "Flying Bangkok" group as candidates for the Bangkok Governor position.