BANGKOK — Large numbers of mourners gathered at the Grand Palace on 14 June 2026, the first day the Bureau of the Royal Household opened a condolence venue for members of the public to pay tribute to Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati.
The public was invited to pay respects before the Princess’s portrait at Sahathai Samakhom Pavilion and a designated tent area near the lawn beside Sala Luk Khun within the Grand Palace grounds.
From 08:30, government officials, military leaders, private-sector representatives, foundations and members of the public arrived continuously to sign condolence books and offer tributes.
Among those attending were senior military commanders, charitable organizations, civil servants, former Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat, and representatives from various public and private institutions.
Public services arranged for mourners
Authorities have established food distribution points, medical service stations and free motorcycle shuttle services for visitors.
The Ministry of Transport has also arranged six free shuttle bus routes linking transport hubs and mass transit stations with Sanam Luang, while 18 regular Bangkok Mass Transit Authority bus routes serve the area.
In addition, the Marine Department is operating three free boat shuttle routes on the Chao Phraya River between 13-27 June 2026 to facilitate travel for mourners.
The Bureau of the Royal Household said the public may pay tribute daily from 08:30-16:00 at Sahathai Samakhom Pavilion and the designated tent area beginning 14 June 2026.
The Bureau also announced that members of the public will be permitted to pay respects before the Princess’s casket at Phiman Rattaya Hall following the completion of the 15-day royal merit-making ceremonies. Public access is scheduled from 08:00-21:00 daily, beginning on 27 June 2026.
Government agencies, state enterprises, private organizations and members of the public will also be permitted to participate as hosts of funeral chanting ceremonies after the completion of the first 100 days of royal rites.