Bangkok: Natacha urged Pipat to explain the issue of the masked figure hoarding oil, demanding a clear statement that the masked figure and those suppressing him are not the same group. She criticized him for taking advantage of the Songkran holiday to feign ignorance and fail to solve the problem, pointing out that the longer he remains silent, the more the public will believe he is aligned with the government.

According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Natcha Boonchaiinsawas, a party-list MP from the People's Party, revealed that Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Mr. Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, has yet to clarify the situation regarding fuel prices after being questioned during the government's policy statement debate. He stated that during the Songkran holiday period, every time people travel home and stop at gas stations, they think of Mr. Pipat. Throughout the government's policy statement, even after Mr. Rangsiman Rome, another party-list MP from the People's Party, mentioned a "mystery figure" causing fuel prices to skyrocket and shortages, the government has yet to clarify its involvement or explain how it will address the issue.

Mr. Natcha said, "They should come out and talk to the people. Don't take advantage of these festive seasons when people are happy to feign ignorance of the situation and fail to solve the problem. They must draw a clear line: the people hoarding oil and those cracking down on them are not the same group. The more they remain silent, the more the public will understand that the hoarders and the government are one and the same."

Mr. Rangsiman presented clear evidence in Parliament that those involved, those named in the debate, or those currently under media scrutiny, are implicated in hoarding oil. Mr. Pipat must clarify this. Regarding the allegations of deep relationships, he must answer to the public whether they are true or not, or whether he had any knowledge or involvement in these actions. During the parliamentary debate, Mr. Rangsiman clearly stated the location of the oil depots, whether oil was stored there during periods of shortage, and whether it was removed when prices rose. He also questioned whether Mr. Pipat knew the owners of the oil depots. Mr. Rangsiman believes that Mr. Pipat's attempt to remain silent during this festive season is unfair to the public.

Furthermore, Mr. Natcha wants the Prime Minister to instruct the Cabinet, which he claims is known for employing talented and skilled personnel and managing affairs with precision, to also consider the public's feelings on this matter.