Naphintorn Fumes, Denies Senate Election Fraud Accusations
Minister Naphintorn Srisanpang held a press conference at Government House on Aug 28, 2026, hitting back at critics over Senate election fraud claims.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- Naphintorn denies skipping Senate query due to lack of conscience
- Explains urgent flood management meeting in Ratchaburi province
- Denies staying at Pullman hotel and offers direct phone contact
- Threatens legal action against Yingcheep, saying see you in court
On August 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Government House, Minister Attached to the Prime Minister's Office Naphintorn Srisanpang held a press conference to strongly retaliate against List-MP Parit Wacharasindhu of the People's Party. Parit had previously accused him of lacking a moral compass for failing to attend a live parliamentary questioning session regarding alleged corruption in the 2027/2026 Senate elections. Naphintorn clarified that his absence was due to urgent official duties in Ratchaburi province.
Naphintorn explained that he was required to chair an urgent meeting of the sub-committee for flood and drought prevention in the central river basin. The meeting involved representatives from five provinces and was urgently scheduled for August 27. He stated that he had already submitted a formal notification letter to the Prime Minister and coordinated with the government whip regarding his schedule, emphasizing that citizens' urgent hardships must take priority.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
The minister added that while the parliamentary questioning session was important, the overlapping schedules forced him to prioritize public welfare. Postponing the regional meeting would have delayed it to mid-September, coinciding with heavy storm forecasts in lower provincial areas and his own scheduled overseas trip. He further questioned the maturity of those who made accusations against him without fully understanding his commitments.
This political clash between a cabinet minister and an opposition MP highlights ongoing tensions regarding legislative oversight and transparency over the 2026 Senate election procedures. By holding an immediate press conference with direct counter-arguments and inviting public scrutiny through his personal phone number, the minister demonstrated a proactive defense strategy amid intense political scrutiny.
Beyond the parliamentary attendance dispute, Naphintorn strongly rejected other related allegations. He insisted he was never at the Pullman hotel as rumored and revealed that while a Senate candidate had approached him for assistance, he flatly refused, stating he was not foolish enough to commit wrongful acts.
"Yingcheep, see you in court."
Naphintorn Srisanpang
Concluding his press conference, Naphintorn directly targeted Yingcheep, announcing his intention to pursue legal action and challenging him to settle the dispute in court to prove the facts through official legal proceedings.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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