BANGKOK – Thailand solemnly commemorates the ninth anniversary of the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Rama IX, today. The late monarch, who reigned from 1946 until his death in 2016, is remembered across the nation for his lifelong dedication to the welfare and development of the Thai people.

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Citizens from all walks of life are expected to participate in remembrance activities, reflecting on the profound legacy of a king whose seven-decade reign earned him deep reverence as the nation’s father. His Majesty’s enduring philosophy of the Sufficiency Economy and his thousands of development projects continue to influence national policy and community life.

“King Bhumibol Memorial Day,” October 13, 2024 — In remembrance of the boundless benevolence of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great. pic.twitter.com/mZVmS6FYQO

— Radio Thailand World Service (@RthWorldservice) October 13, 2025

The occasion also serves as a moment of national unity and renewed loyalty to the reigning monarch, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn, Rama X, who continues to uphold the royal traditions and duties of the Chakri Dynasty. The sentiment “Long live the King” resonates widely among the public, expressing support for the current sovereign.

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Official ceremonies, including alms-giving to Buddhist monks and floral tributes at the Grand Palace, are being held in Bangkok and throughout the country’s provinces. The day is observed with a collective spirit of gratitude and reflection, honoring a reign that shaped modern Thailand.

-Thailand News (TN)