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New police building in Chiang Mai: construction period and flood protection!
Chiang Mai plans to build a new police headquarters in San Sai by 2027 to deal with flood impacts and improve security.
New police building in Chiang Mai: construction period and flood protection!
Things are simmering in Chiang Mai as the city faces major developments, particularly with regard to the construction of a new police building. On November 10, 2025, an important meeting was held at the Phra Phutthapratthana Yos Barami Boardroom of the Region 5 Police Department. Present were Totsapol Phuenudom, the Governor of Chiang Mai, Pol. Lt. Gen. Sutthipong Pektong, deputy commander of the Region 5 Police Department, and Siwa Thamikanon, deputy governor of Chiang Mai. The focus was on plans for the construction of a new main building and ancillary buildings in Nong Harn, San Sai.
As chiangmainews.co.th reports, the necessary budget has already been allocated. The governor called for urgent coordination among all stakeholders to meet deadlines and move the project forward quickly. The design and approval phase is already underway, and social housing as well as improvements to infrastructure such as roads, water and electricity supply are also to be included in the plans.
Reasons for moving
The relocation of the Region 5 Police Headquarters to the new municipality of San Sai is motivated not only by visions of the future, but also by immediate needs. Flooding, which has historically severely disrupted the lives of citizens and police officers, is a driving factor. It is reported that the maximum flood height was recently 1.75 meters and that the offices and residential accommodation of the officials were affected. Subsequently, the Thai government has approved a budget of over 355 million baht to facilitate the move, and construction is expected to be completed by 2027, saranaenewstv.com informs.
Currently, heavy rains in the upper regions and the rise of the Ping River are forcing the authorities to take quick action. The flood crisis in Chiang Mai, which is currently gripping the region due to heavy rainfall, has led to the temporary closure of hospitals and affected local train services. Officials are providing sandbags and setting up temporary shelters for displaced citizens to meet immediate needs. The Thaitimes reports a critical water level of 4.75 meters in the city.
Long-term perspectives
The new police building will be built on a spacious 163 rai plot and will include a main building, a multifunctional building for storing supplies and a meeting room. Residential buildings for police officers and parking facilities are also planned. In the first phase of construction, a sports field will also be created, which will benefit the community.
The challenges posed by climate change and previous flood events make it clear that the restructuring and modernization of police structures is urgently needed. The commitment of local authorities to provide timely solutions to the population is crucial. The Prime Minister himself has spoken out in favor of effective drainage measures to reduce the economic consequences of the floods.
Chiang Mai is on the move, and all eyes are on the next steps that can improve citizens' quality of life and ensure more stable security for the region.