Branch 10: Selfie, light signal, handwriting request The changing customs of the reception

“Song Phra Charoen”

The noise of people dressed in yellow T-shirts sounded loud. He shot the courtyard in front of The Mall Bang Khae department store on November 14, the tiredness of waiting from morning until night completely disappeared when he saw the King. And Her Majesty the Queen proceeded to greet those who came to meet her.

Both His Majesty the King proceeded to open the Chaloem Ratchamongkhon MRT Line Project. (Blue Line) Extension at Sanam Chai BTS Station – Lak Song Station With an announcement inviting people to come and see the Buddha image at 17.00.

It was the second time that Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn held the ceremony and met with the people of Bangkok for the second time in two weeks after the royal occasion of the Royal Palace. Receiving His Highness at that time came in various colors Both sending a sound of encouragement that had never been heard before Including equipment for the reception, which is different from traditional practices in the past Between safety and disease control measures

Although the schedule indicates that the King and Queen will visit it arrived on the night of November 4, which falls on Saturday. But people began to travel little by little to occupy the area since not yet. With staff bringing mats to prepare for service Some people spend time waiting to prepare their meals, some of which come by themselves. Some of them were handed over by the staff.

And if someone who has had the opportunity to meet you in the past will know that you need time for the selection process.

This time, the authorities divided the checkpoint into two channels: in front of the shopping center and under the stairs at the entrance to the two main train stations. Facilitate Then we can see the atmosphere of people waiting in line with their ID cards in hand. Walk through the metal detector scanner AND pass the temperature measurement to get a green sticker. Before you have to show your ID card to the officer To collect data through the card reader You will then receive an orange or blue sticker with a number. It is finished, you can enter the area

Not just the general public The media that came to see the news also occupied the area. For the previous royal trip The foreign press interviews the King for the first time.

However, before this royal trip, the Public Relations Department requested the cooperation of the media beforehand so that journalists could not interview the King. And the royal family

People began to fill up more over time. The sound of loud speaking mixes with the sound of honor songs alternating with continually numbing popular country music. Many people kill time getting to know the person next to them who may have just met for the first time.

“We love the King All our life with the King Look at the bench and think every day If not, he will have something to eat.” An elderly woman from the Bang Khae district shared her feelings with the people who were by her side.

She invited close friends to meet him today. Although the house is not far away But I intend to travel from 8 am to have time to eat ready first. From experience Many times, I know that I need to manage food correctly.

Another old woman told the young woman that she was 65 years old and intended to come after hearing the news through a chat group on the LINE app. He left his home from Chonburi province because the sky was not yet bright. Traveling only on public buses, including vans, elevated train, BTS, and MRT. He said satisfied to have been helped along the way. Which and also proudly said that when King Rama IX visited the people He took his grandchildren to sleep all night and all night.

During the waiting time Staff wearing yellow shirts, purple hats, bring drinking water. Ammonia enters service In addition, Bang Khae district officials also distribute food to people.

“Before inaccessible There are ropes everywhere. Now it’s very close. I’m glad.”

As for middle-aged women A not too distant seat said that he came to work in the capital for more than 15 years while living in the provinces did not have this opportunity. When you come to work in Bangkok That’s why I went to see him As often as possible

She shared the excitement of having Although welcome him Many times already From the time he was the crown prince So I saw a change in relation to the reception That is clearly not as strict as in the past.

The same is true for middle-aged women in Salaya, Nakhon Pathom province, who help confirm this change with another voice.

“There was nothing like this before. After the mob Like Heaven, the man did not touch. Right now, he can change to suit people very well.”

So overjoyed.So today he persuaded another friend to make him a bouquet of fragrant pandan leaves, hoping to offer it to him.

“If we have merit, we will give it to you. But if not, leave it to the monk.”

Merchants It is another group that is indispensable. Each person came to occupy the area since the morning. Expecting such activities to generate income in difficult economic times

The merchant from Nakhon Pathom province is the one who intends to travel to recover from the slow economy. When choosing to walk and sell fans AND mats What is necessary

“You go everywhere, all the mobs have been released. The yellow and red shirts are gone. You must turn the crisis into an opportunity.”

He said those activities could generate profits for traders. But it was a short time, so I was always going to sell products at various meetings.

Besides traveling in small groups, there is also a group of people who persuade each other as a group. Especially people in the greater Bangkok area.

Around 3:15 p.m., one of the officers walked to inform the public about who brought flowers. Take it to the security inspector first. If it is a rose, ask for cooperation in removing all the thorns.

Like photography Refrain from taking selfies. And if you are going to take photos, ask for permission

Subsequently, a vocal rehearsal was performed. “Song Phra Chareon” happens from time to time, people come together to respond. In addition to waving the national flag and Rama 10 emblem, the official also recommends other practices such as keeping umbrellas, removing hats during royal admissions. Touching the hand You should not pull your feet or wipe your feet as it may cause harm.

Closer to the scheduled reception The atmosphere is lively.

At 4:10 p.m., the guards wear full uniforms and weapons. And representatives of the students in ceremonial clothing began to line up to prepare to meet him on the road. Another part of the staff organized people along the royal route.

At the same time the little amps continued to play. Along with the clear voice of the female staff Tell stories of impressions in service to the King. As well as transmitting the royal speeches of the King who care about the people who come to meet him. And he reiterated to the staff to take maximum care

For the people who came to know him There are quite a few who intend to bring His Majesty the King to the name of the Buddha image as they have seen it before. Therefore, the official requested the cooperation of You better touch your head. Because he couldn’t do all his names for a limited time.

In this regard, the staff distributed a paper with a line group QR code. “We love the institution” so that people join too

After a moment, the atmosphere buzzed again when the famous actor Bint Banlureerit. I came to this area to attend the royal ceremony. People shouted and called by name, and asked to take pictures, so boisterous that officers had to ask for cooperation to refrain from taking pictures on command.

At 4:55 pm, shortly before the time of Your Highness The officer informs the change of the waiting point for the reception from the original courtyard of the shopping center It is a roadside area along the royal route. This ad created quite a stir. With many people waiting to receive it there are older people who have difficulty walking Especially after having to sit and wait a long time. I have to move to the place that I think is the best location.

At 5.35 pm, His Majesty the King and Queen To Sanam Chai BTS station With several people waiting to receive you at that point. After the opening ceremony and display of the exhibition inside the station. They were both in the first passenger car of the 44 subway train and were graciously pleased. That the people who came to meet you can board the train to the second main station

While the King and Queen were on the train from Sanam Chai Station to the second main station, the atmosphere in front of the mall started to get lively. The officers marched. Take a position

Then came the moment everyone was waiting for when the King and Queen arrived. He arrived around 7:00 p.m. and visited people. Alternating with the closing of His Royal Highness with the people In the middle of the sound “Song Phra Charoen” that sounded from time to time

The Queen complained and waved to people all the time. Besides the King who gave the handwriting in the photograph to some people. Some moments they have stopped taking photos with people.

“King Suan” is also one of the most popular phrases you hear during the reception. In the past As well as familiar words “We love the King” that continually alternate throughout His Highness’s time

In addition to raising the image of the Buddha image there are still people holding banners with lights of various colors. Encourage with a message that “We love the King” “We love the Queen”

Relaxation in the regulation for the reception. Allowing the public access up close without borders Able to use the phone to record images Therefore, there are many people who try to get as close as possible For a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

Chaos arose sporadically. When the elderly, including children, could not be easily seen, he yelled at the people in front to sit down. Or tell them to be careful not to fall intermittently, alternating with a sound of admiration. “The real queen is so beautiful” “took a close photo” of the people who had clearly seen the two

However, the procession continued slowly as the two stopped to greet people on both sides of the road. Making it take more than half an hour With an actual travel distance of only 300 meters

Before 19:30, the royal carriage will depart. Leaving only a smile And the joy of the people who came to meet him