December 16 declared a public holiday for Royal Cremation of the late Queen Mother

Thailand cabinet declared December 16 a public holiday for Royal Cremation of the late Queen Mother. The decision follows an inspection on Monday by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to track the progress of preparations for the royal ceremony at Sanam Luang.

Anutin instructed all subcommittees to coordinate their efforts closely, to ensure the historic proceedings are conducted with the  utmost order, propriety, strict adherence to ancient royal traditions and the highest royal honour.