BMA poll shows most people are satisfied with Chadchart’s performance
Majority of Bangkok residents express satisfaction with Governor Chadchart’s performance, while also urging tougher anti-corruption measures and greater transparency
Most participants in a recent Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) poll expressed satisfaction with Governor Chadchart Sittipunt’s performance, as he completes three years in office.
The online survey, titled “Voice Changer: Change Bangkok with Your Voice,” was conducted by the BMA via the D-vote platform between May 2-9, with 2,187 respondents taking part.
According to the poll, 64.12% of participants said they were satisfied with Chadchart’s work over the past three years.
Meanwhile, 25.86% said they were somewhat satisfied, while 4.44% said they were somewhat dissatisfied, and 4.99% said they were very dissatisfied. Only 0.59% were unsure.
Among the respondents, 31.76% were aged 36-45, followed by those aged 26-35 (31.72%), 46-59 (19.54%), 18-25 (9.06%), over 60 (5.77%), and under 18 (1.51%), with 0.64% choosing not to disclose their age.
When asked why they supported Chadchart, 37.32% cited his close engagement with the public, while 27.47% praised him as an “adaptable, innovative, and modern-thinking” leader.
In terms of specific policies, 44.87% expressed approval for BMA’s efforts to remove obstructions from pedestrian walkways, such as street vendors.
Meanwhile, 36.13% were satisfied with the city's flood-prevention measures, and 28.98% appreciated the city's response to the March 28 earthquake.
On the environmental front, the most popular initiatives were the “One Million Trees” campaign and the 15-Minute Park project, with 39.08% of respondents expressing support.
As for tackling corruption, 44.03% of participants identified organisational culture that normalises such behavior as the root cause. Another 29.57% cited insufficient penalties, and 24.67% pointed to a lack of transparency in public information disclosure.
Chadchart has one year remaining in his four-year term. The next Bangkok gubernatorial election is expected to take place next year, with some political parties already announcing their intention to contest.
"Throughout his tenure, Governor Chadchart has prioritised the voice of the people, recognising that public feedback drives city development," said Aekvarunyoo Amrapala, Assistant Secretary to the Governor and BMA spokesperson. "We appreciate all suggestions, whether concerning infrastructure, quality of life, the environment, or BMA management. We are committed to open dialogue and continuous improvement to ensure Bangkok meets the needs of all its residents."
Mr. Aekvarunyoo also invited the public to examine the BMA’s work at the BKK Expo 2025, themed “Efficient City, People Building the Future.”
The expo will showcase the city’s progress across various sectors and provide a platform for public feedback to shape Bangkok’s future. The event will take place from 15th to 18th May 2025, between 12:00 and 20:00, at the Benjakitti Forest Park Museum Building (MRT Queen Sirikit National Convention Center).
