"Chaiwat" Pursues Action and Seeks Justice Following Unlawful and Improper Transfer Order

Today (7 May 2026), 10:55 AM at Military Air Base 2, Wing 6 (Don Mueang), Mr. Chaiwat Junthirapong, Secretary to the Minister of Interior and former Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration, gave an interview regarding the Merit Protection Board's (MPB) majority decision that the transfer order issued by Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, then Minister of Interior, and Mr. Arsit Sampanrat, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, to move him to the position of Inspector-General of the Ministry was illegal. He stated that he would like to thank the MPB for providing justice after being subjected to an illegal transfer order. He added that he will proceed according to legal regulations. When asked about his legal strategy, Mr. Chaiwat stated that he would consult his legal team on how to seek justice and protect his reputation, ensuring the process is fair and in accordance with the law.

When asked whether he would pursue legal action alone or in conjunction with Mr. Narucha Kosasivilai, the Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration and former Director-General of the Department of Local Administration Promotion, Mr. Chaiwat said they would need to discuss the matter, as he and Mr. Narucha had received similar orders.

Furthermore, regarding the Merit Protection Board's (MPB) statement that the transfer was for purposes other than benefiting the government, Mr. Chaiwat explained that the transfer occurred because Mr. Phumtham had assumed the position, and they had received policy directives, but had not yet implemented them. He added that this was contrary to government regulations and procedures and that the matter would be handled according to the established circumstances.

Photo : Yanawut Samphaothong