Progressive Movement Demands Explanation Over Harassment of 3 Women
The Progressive Movement slams police for stopping and photographing three women from Thailand's southern border attending the WEPLA political leadership training at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal on Oct 9, 2026.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- Progressive Movement condemns police inspection of 3 women from southern Thailand
- Victims were targeted, questioned, and photographed while attending WEPLA training
- The incident occurred on October 9, 2026, around 11:00 AM at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal
- Demands police commanders to clarify the legal basis used for this action
On October 10, 2026, Ms. Kulthida Rungruangkit, Director of the Progressive Movement Foundation, publicly expressed outrage regarding an incident where three participants of the Women's Political Leadership Academy (WEPLA) training program were intercepted and tracked by police officers upon arriving from the southern border provinces.
The incident took place on October 9, 2026, at approximately 11:00 AM. The three participants had traveled by train to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to attend their regular training sessions—a journey they had successfully made three times prior. However, during this latest trip, they were unexpectedly stopped by police officers for questioning.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
Ms. Kulthida further noted that apart from halting them for personal information checks, the officers trailed and photographed the three trainees. Such behavior clearly constitutes a violation of citizens' fundamental rights and freedoms, generating undue fear among individuals participating in civic empowerment programs.
"I demand that the commanding officers of these personnel clarify which legal authority was invoked to harass citizens in this manner. This is intimidation of the public and it must stop."
Kulthida Rungruangkit
Consequently, the Progressive Movement Foundation has strongly urged police commanders to provide a transparent public explanation specifying the exact laws and regulations used to justify stopping, inspecting, and photographing citizens engaged in peaceful political education activities.
This event highlights ongoing tensions between security forces and civil society groups in Thailand, where political and human rights training programs frequently draw intense scrutiny from state authorities. Demanding legal justification serves as a crucial accountability mechanism to prevent state overreach and protect constitutional rights.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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