Bangkok:The SML Plus project has been approved for a budget of 252.7 million baht following a board meeting chaired by "Suksomruay" at the Government Savings Bank (GSB). An additional 232.86 million baht was allocated for a capital increase initiative.

According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sukhsomruay Wantaniyakul, the Minister attached to the Prime Minister's Office and Chairperson of the National Village and Urban Community Fund Committee, led the 9th/2026 meeting of the National Village and Urban Community Fund Committee.

The meeting approved the budget for the 4th SML Plus project, which includes 995 funds totaling 252.7 million baht. Additionally, the allocation of additional capital for the 5th 'Thai Helps Thai Capital Increase, Half-Interest' project was approved, benefiting 2,992 funds with 232.86 million baht.

In further developments, the meeting endorsed a revised plan to boost capital for 46,965 funds, amounting to 3,681.905 million baht. A budget of 8.4 million baht was designated for proactive public relations efforts in the areas. The committee also reviewed the 2027 work plan and budget, a draft cooperation agreement on research and innovation, and guidelines to prevent workplace bullying, all aimed at strengthening village funds to address community needs.